"God be thanked, in perfect health." He did not mention three broken ribs still bandaged and which had interfered with the perfectly ceremonious bow of a German officer.
He said: "I took this opportunity to come. It was my first chance to see you. Been travelling since noon."
"You—remain tonight?"
"I can not. I came for one reason only. You know what it is, Karen."
She did not answer.
He waited a moment, looked absently around the room, glanced up at the stag's antlers, then his gaze returned to her.
"Were you much frightened by what happened at Lesse?" he asked. "You do not look well."
"I am well."
"Did you experience any trouble in leaving England?"
"Yes, some."