Dolly. Then what is it?
Renie. [Looking at Dolly curiously.] I wonder if you would understand.
Dolly. I'll do my best.
Renie. It's such a strange story. [Moving away, Dolly makes a little dubious grimace behind her back. Renie suddenly comes up to Dolly very effusively.] Dolly, I will trust you. You know I thoroughly admire and honour my husband.
Dolly. [A little startled.] Ye-es.
Renie. You know that nothing could ever induce me to wrong him for a moment?
Dolly. No——
Renie. Nothing could be further from my thoughts.
Dolly. No—but is there anybody—Renie, who is it?
Renie. Give me your sacred promise you'll never breathe a word to any living soul?