LAURA. Grimes went to judge Porter's house the night before last and induced him to change his vote on the case.
HEGAN. Laura!
LAURA. And so, what was to have been the minority opinion of the Court is to be given out today as the Court's decision.
HEGAN. My God!
LAURA. You do not deny that this is the truth?
HEGAN. You overheard us at the house!
LAURA. Not one word, father.
HEGAN. But you must have!
LAURA. Father, throughout this conversation, you may honor me by assuming that I am telling you the absolute truth. And I will be glad when you will give me the same privilege.
HEGAN. Then, how did you learn it?