The German woman said she knew nothing about it, that she did not even know of the officer, which Grace was aware was not true.
“And the town on the other side of the river—what is it?”
“The Fraulein must ask no questions; such are my instructions.”
“I may ask when I am to be permitted to get up, may I not?”
“I have told the Fraulein what the Herr Doctor has said.”
“When I am able, I may get up?”
“Yes.”
“Then I think I will get up now.” Grace made a move as if to leave the bed, but the German woman thrust her back, a menacing look flashing into her eyes. “What do you mean by detaining me in this manner? Am I a prisoner?”
“No, no, Fraulein,” protested the woman.
“It looks very much as if I were. If such be the case look out for trouble.”