Austin. You must—or it will threaten our happiness if you let yourself be carried away by jealousy for no earthly reason outside of your dear, little imagination, like you have this time—

[Interrupted.

Jinny. You honestly don't think she cares for you?

Austin. Not a bit!

Jinny. But what was it you were so serious about—what is between you?

Austin. She is in a little trouble, and I happen to know about it.

Jinny. How?

Austin. [After a second's hesitation.] That you mustn't ask me; it was not from her I knew of it.

Jinny. Truly?

Austin. Truly.