Nicolay
Only rumors—and they're too ugly to put into words—they're incredible——
Mrs. Lincoln
All the same, you believe them——
[Impetuously.]
What have you heard——?
Nicolay
[Shakes his head.]
The Chief wouldn't like it if I talk, before he knows. I'll tell you a few things I'm thinking in plain English—if you'd like to hear——
Mrs. Lincoln