Marion. That he will do—he said so. [As Marion turns, Jeannette takes her hand and leaves the room.
Mrs. Lorrimer. [Crosses to Marion.] Now, Marion, I want you to know why Douglas came.
Douglas. [Rises, comes center.] Please— [He shakes his head.
Dawson. But she must know some time.
Douglas. Not before me.
Dawson. Have you forgotten, Marion, our debt to Fletcher?
Marion. [Realizes what it is. To Douglas.] You would—Oh no, rather leave the debt with him to repay.
Douglas. Why?
Marion. Because I owe you now more than I can ever repay, for the wonderful friendship you have given me all my life! I haven't the right to accept anything more from you.
Douglas. Let me be the judge of that—