Flying like a blind bat, from one quarter of London to another. I’ve got some business in hand, and no one will do more than gape or laugh at a fellow when he’s in terrible earnest. This cursed city! It soaks up the poor and the helpless like a sponge; but I’ll wring it dry yet—you’ll see if I don’t—you’ll see——

[He twists the arm-chair round and sits facing the fire.]

Leslie.

[To Hugh, in a whisper.] I told you so—he is searching for her.

Hugh Murray.

Yes.

Leslie.

What should I do if he found her!

Hugh Murray.

Nothing. Leave everything to chance.