John.
I’ve been away a long time. There are some things one can’t help, you know. I’ve been through very terrible experiences.
Mrs. Wharton.
[Aghast.] Do you mean to say you’ve lost your—faith?
John.
I’m awfully sorry to give you pain, dear.
Sylvia.
[Her eyes fixed on him.] You’ve not answered your mother’s question, John.
John.
If you want a direct answer, I’m afraid it must be—yes.