(Followed by the Dean, Mrs. O’Farrel moves towards the central ladder. Suddenly he stops, hurries on tiptoe to the back, and looks cautiously over the railing. He whispers:)
Eileen!...
Mrs. O’Farrel.
What is it?
Dean.
Hush!... Clare’s coming here with Michael Cosway. I offer you a chance to substantiate the aspersions you have made against her character.
Mrs. O’Farrel.
What do you mean?
Dean.