KATE. But why?

TRAVERS. Listen!

There is again the sound of approaching hoofs.

KATE. Some one is coming—[He turns at bay.] No—I couldn't stand it—go in here—[Opens closet.] Quick!

TRAVERS. Yes! [He enters the closet—she closes the door of the closet and throws open the street door; goes to table.

JIM rides into view and drops from his horse.

JIM. [In door.] Hello?

KATE. [Behind table.] Well?

JIM. [After looking slowly about.] Where is he?

KATE. I—I—where is who?