Matters have 'come to a focus,' at the time he appointed.
XXXIII.
Helen sits erect in the carriage, her lips pressed tightly together, her hands clasped in her lap.
Everet is very pale, and still seems to be acting half-irresponsibly. He watches her face. There is no change in its expression. He can draw no conclusion from it. Presently he touches her hand:
"Helen."
She turns her face and looks at him. There is no inquiry in the expression. It is merely an action indicating that she has heard him.
He pauses. After a moment, he asks in a low tone:
"Where do you want to go?"
An expression of surprise flits across her face for a moment.