Harris.

Yes, sir.

Messiter.

Go! [Harris stands still, tightly compressing his lips; Messiter quickly examines his face by the light of the lantern, then walks round the room, listening, and nodding his head with satisfaction as he passes the various hiding-places. Harris writhes in agony; in the end he gives it up and breathes heavily.] Harris!

Harris.

[Exhausted.] Yes, sir!

Messiter.

You’re breathing.

Harris.

Oh lor’, yes, sir!