Mrs. D. But your questions?
Clerk. You shall be allowed to remain with him, if you desire it.
Mrs. D. Were he in the grave I should desire it. Quick—your questions.
Clerk. Well—who is here in the house?
Mrs. D. Here?
Clerk. A stranger.
Mrs. D. A stranger?
Clerk. Of acquaintance rather.
Mrs. D. [at a loss]. I think not.
Clerk [harshly]. No evasion, Madam! That he is in the house, I know: where is he?