The object of this late interview between Sir George and his nephew is made known, by the conversation that occurred between them.
“Frank,” began the baronet, “I desire you to be frank with me.”
Sir George said this, without intending a pun. He was in no mood for playing upon words.
“About what, uncle?” asked Scudamore, looking a little surprised.
“About all you’ve seen between Blanche and this—fellow.”
The “fellow” was pronounced with contemptuous emphasis—almost in a hiss.
“All I’ve seen?”
“All you’ve seen, and all you’ve heard.”
“What I’ve seen and heard I have told you. That is, up to this night—up to an hour ago.”
“An hour ago! Do you mean what occurred under the tree?”