'She—she's waiting on the corner, in case you....
Mildred moved now; dropped her chin into her hand, pursed her lips a little, seemed to be studying out the pattern of the rug.
'Did he—did he see either of you?'
Henry shook his head.
Mildred pressed a finger to her lips.
'We mustn't leave Corinne waiting out there,' she said.
Humphrey dropped down beside her and took her hand. His rather sombre gaze settled on her face and hair. Thus they sat until, slowly, she raised her head and looked into his eyes. Then his lips framed the question:—
'Stay here?'
Her eyes widened a little, and slowly filled. She gave him her other hand. But she shook her head.
A little later he said.