[She, uncertain of herself, sits down. He drops on one knee, awkwardly, and takes her feet in his hands.

MRS. HOLROYD

Don't—no, don't!

BLACKMORE

They are frightfully cold. (He remains, with head sunk, for some moments, then slowly rises) Damn him!

[They look at each other; then, at the same time, turn away.

MRS. HOLROYD

We can't leave him lying there.

BLACKMORE

No—no! I'll bring him in.