Lady H. With you?—(laughs a little) Alone or with you—it's quite the same thing!—-I am low-spirited, that is what I mean. I don't want to see anybody.
Tris. What should make you so sad?
Lady H. I am sure I know no more than you about it. It is a mystery even to myself.
Tris. But to remain alone in this secluded spot—is it quite—er—you know—
Lady H. But it is exactly what I want. Good bye!
Tris. But I will soon return—soon—soon—(looks back anxiously as he goes)
Lady H. Oh, it is so good to be alone, with only my sad memories for company! But if he were only here—this loneliness were sweet.
Lio. (wanders down stage and sees her). Ah! that voice!
Lady H. Oh, heaven—what do I see?—
Lionel. A lady?—