"You did not think it worth while to consult me last night." "You were scarcely in a fit state to be consulted," he answered gravely.
"That is why I postponed the discussion.

But I was then--as I am now--entirely at your disposal.

I will take you back to your people at once if you wish it." She made a quick, passionate gesture of protest, and moved away from him.
"Have you any alternative in your mind ?" he asked.
She remained with her back to him.
"I shall go away," she said, a sudden note of recklessness in her voice.

"I shall travel." "Alone ?" he questioned.
"Yes, alone." This time her voice rang defiance.

She wheeled round quivering from head to foot.