Denham.
Let us leave this tone of falsetto, Constance, and speak seriously to each other. I have come to you for help in this crisis of our lives. Sit down. (Gives her a chair.)
Mrs. Denham.
(sitting) To me! That is very magnanimous.
Denham.
No. You are the only friend I have.
Mrs. Denham.
Well?
Denham.
You bid me desert the nest?