What’s the matter with her?

Evans.

Well, sir, so to speak, she wants to know where she stands.

Parbury.

[Looks at Evans, then at Gunning.] How can I help her?

Evans.

I mean, sir, or rather she means, now mistress has gone away——

Parbury.

I presume my wife has a right to go away for a few days without cook’s permission.

Evans.