Kellinghausen.

I have pledged my word not to bring any scandal on the party. You are under the same obligation.

Richard.

Yes.

Kellinghausen.

So that the only thing left----

Richard.

Before you go any further, let me tell you that I decline to go through the farce of an American duel.

Kellinghausen.

You decline--? Perhaps you want to sneak out of the whole business?