If you refuse, I shall have no choice but to send into the next room, and tell them that you are still here.

The result will be that you will find yourself in charge of the police.

Take which course you like: I will give you a minute to decide in.

And remember this--if I appear to express myself harshly, it is your conduct which forces me to speak out.

I mean kindly toward you; I am advising you honestly for your good." He took out his watch to count the minute.
Grace stole one furtive glance at his steady, resolute face.