Mrs. Everett rose.
"I'll come again soon," she said to Margaret. Margaret took no notice of her, nor did Awdrey see when she left the room.
After a moment Margaret went up to her husband and touched him.
"You must have something to eat," she said. "It is probably a long time since you had a proper meal."
"I don't remember," he replied, "but I am not hungry. By the way, Maggie, I recall now what I came back for." His eyes, which seemed to be lit from within, became suddenly full of excitement.
"Yes," she said as gently as she could.
"I came back because I wanted you."
Her eyes brightened.
"I wanted you to come with me. I do not care to be alone, and I am anxious to leave London again to-night."
Before Margaret could reply the butler threw open the door and announced Dr. Rumsey. The doctor came quickly forward.