“Have you fulfilled that contract?”

“I have tried.”

“The law does not recognize attempts. We’re ignoring the Church and sentiment now. Have you fulfilled your contract?”

“No; I failed.”

“You admit it freely?”

“Yes; I can’t do otherwise.”

“Let’s drop the legal point of view then. You know why you failed?”

“Yes, and no. A contract carries a mutual obligation. Margery failed also.”

Roberts flashed a look.

“Do you desire a separation, too?” incisively.