"Hullo," he said. "What are you invading a bachelor's quarters at this hour for?"
"Afraid of being compromised, Bobs?" she retorted.
"Hadn't thought of it. Why put such alarming ideas into my head? But my reputation will stand it if yours will. Besides, a physician is immune. One of the perquisites of the profession."
"It's as a physician that I want to talk to you."
His face changed; became grave and solicitous. "What's wrong?"
"I want to know about Mona."
"Has she told you anything?"
"Yes."
"I've wanted her to for some time."
"Then it's true."