[Doctor Curtis comes downstairs and into the room.

DOCTOR

It’s no use tryin’ to tell you what I feel. I’ve known her since I was a boy. I did the best I could.

HENRY

The best anybody could, Doctor, we know that.

DOCTOR

I’ve got a call I’d better make—(He looks at watch)—should have been there hours ago, but I hadn’t the heart to leave her. Who’s in charge here?

HENRY

I am, of course.

DOCTOR