Harold. But it's a complete lie! I can explain—
Anne. You'll have a hard time explaining your letters and your presents—and your ring. There's a deal of evidence against you—
Harold. See here, are you trying to blackmail me? Oh, this is too ridiculous!
Anne. They're coming! I hear them on the stairs! What are you going to tell them?
Harold. The truth. I must get clear of all this. I tell you—
Anne [suddenly clinging to him]. No, no, Harold! Forgive me, I was just testing you. I will get you out of this. Leave it to me.
Harold [struggling with her]. No, I won't leave anything to you, ever.
Anne [still clinging tightly]. Harold, remember I am a woman—and I love you.
[This brings him up short a moment to wonder, and in this moment there is a knock at the door.]
Anne [abandoning Harold]. Come in. [There is a discreet pause.]