[Gann looks at him unsteadily and slowly takes off his cap.
Gann.
Did you want to speak to me, Squire?
Claude.
I’ve just been round to your cottage, Gann. I saw Peggy.... I want to tell you how awfully sorry I am for what’s happened. I can never forgive myself.
[Gann steps forward with a lurch and faces Claude.
Gann.
What d’you want me for? Couldn’t you let me be? D’you still want me to go?
Claude.