"Will you tell me exactly what has passed?
Has he definitely refused to come to me?
Because, if so--" "If so--" said Nap gently.
She summoned her wavering self-control.

"If so--I must go back to him at once.

I must indeed.

You will manage it for me, will you not?
Perhaps you will take me yourself in the motor." "No," said Nap.

He spoke briefly, even sternly.