Mrs. Roberts monologue — The Garotters

‘Oh, he _saw_ how unstrung poor Edward was! Mr. Bemis, I think you’re quite prejudiced. How could Edward help their escaping? I think it was quite enough for him, single-handed, to get his watch back.’ A ring at the door, and then a number of voices in the anteroom. ‘I do believe they’re all there! I’ll just run out and prepare your son. He would be dreadfully shocked if he came right in upon you.’ She runs into the anteroom, and is heard without: ‘Oh, Dr. Lawton! Oh, Lou dear! _Oh_, Mr. Bemis! How can I ever tell you? Your poor father! No, no, I _can’t_ tell you! You mustn’t ask me! It’s too hideous! And you wouldn’t believe me if I did.’