Kate. I regret to be obliged to say no to your request.
Mr. G. Why, what do you mean, Kate?
Kate. What I say, father.
Dr. E. I appeal to your sense of justice. Is it right to refuse me all explanation?
Kate. Can you say you need one?
Dr. E. I can.
Kate (aside). His eyes meet mine unfalteringly. Can there have been a mistake? But no, that is impossible. (Aloud.) As you will. I will see you to-morrow at this hour.
Dr. E. I thank you. Pardon me, Mr. Grovenor, but as this is a matter that concerns me very nearly I could do no otherwise than speak in your presence—my only opportunity. I will send the medicine for you very soon. To-morrow at this hour, Kate, I hope to clear up all your doubts. (Exit, L. U. E. Kate looks after him.)
Mr. G. What cursed nonsense is all this?
Kate. Nothing, father, only Dr. Endicott asked me to be his wife.