He hesitated.
“I understand that Mr. Brand and his wife know nothing of all this?”
“No, father.”
“Tell me, are you very ill?”
“I don’t know, father. They will not tell me. I thought I was gone last night.”
“When would you wish me to bring you Holy Communion? I will do as you say.”
“Shall I send to you in a day or two? Father, ought I to tell him?”
“You are not obliged.”
“I will if I ought.”
“Well, think about it, and let me know.... You have heard what has happened?”