Mary, take another minute to consider.

Mrs. Beeler, as if without hearing this protest, gazes at Michaelis, and advances into the room with a gesture of the arms which causes her supporter to loosen his hold, though he follows slightly behind, to render aid if necessary.

Mrs. Beeler.

To Michaelis.

Tell me that I may go out, and stand before them for a testimony!

Littlefield.

As a physician, I must formally protest.

Culpepper.

And I as a minister of the Gospel.

Mrs. Beeler.