But now you have regrets?

Vera.

No. I always felt a sort of doubt and fear of things when I depended on myself; and now that is all gone.

Carlyon.

You don't feel at home in my world yet; naturally.

Vera.

I think I do. It is so restful to have you to guide me and judge for me. Only I do enjoy this old thing—[showing the B. M. J.]—and it takes very little time.

Carlyon.

It is not a question of time; it is a question of divided allegiance.