"There's nothing that you can do," he responded.
"I know, and I feel futile. I did suggest divorce to her, but it didn't go down very well."
"No, she wouldn't like that."
"Well, what have you advised her to do? You may just as well tell me, for she will."
"Pay, and look pleasant."
"Maurice, you haven't? But why should she? Really, that sticks in my throat!"
"My dear girl, either she must pay, or face the very scandal she dreads. There's nothing more to be said about that."
"What's Baker demanding? Does anyone know?"
"Five hundred."
"Maurice, it's blackmail!" He shrugged.