Dor. Yes, that is what I meant. It got late, and I heard you coming, ma'am, and I knew you're a bit strict, don't you know!
Pil. Quite so!
Dor. And as I was supposed to be seedy, I thought you'd take my being there the wrong way, don't you see? So I—nipped into the broom cupboard, don't you understand? (crosses up back)
Pil. (crosses to top of table) To a moderately impartial intelligence the whole thing is as clear as day, and really reflects discredit on no one.
Miss P. Is it your intention to say nothing to Cook on the subject?
Pil. I think we should give her to understand that careful investigation has tended to modify our original misconception of the true facts of the case.
Miss P. (rising) Then, Audley, I have this to say—— (crosses to R.)
(Gandy enters L.)
Gan. (at top of steps) I've just found a gent in the dry ditch at the end of the garden.