(As Anderson goes into the woodshed)

He may have telegraphed for specialists.

(She glances toward Mrs. Egerton, then goes quietly to the door, rear left, and looks out)

Nurse.

(Comes back)

I wish that there was something that I could do.

Mrs. Egerton.

You made it plain that he must come at once?

Nurse.

Yes, Mrs. Egerton. I told the truth.
Some think it's better to deceive. I don't.
And I find that people thank you in the end.