Sir G. Make your fair friend distinctly understand that all—however little that all may have been—is over.
Philip. Will that satisfy you?
Sir G. Yes; but I must have proof she understands it.
Philip. What sort of proof?
Sir G. We lawyers have great faith in black and white. You laymen think it a cumbrous form; but I have seen too many fortunes turn on a forgotten sheet of notepaper, not to appreciate its value.
Philip. What do you mean?
Sir G. That you must bring to me a letter from your friend——
Philip. A letter from her!
Sir G. A mere acknowledgment that all is over.