"All I want to know is, what became of the poor boy, and if there's any likelihood of his ever coming back alive.

I'd go up with you myself, only you see how helpless I am.

Mary, take Mr.Headland to the room.

And please don't stop any longer than is necessary.

I'm suffering agonies and not fit to be left alone." Miss Morrison promised to return as expeditiously as possible, and then forthwith led the way to the room in question.
"This is it, Mr.Headland," she said as she opened the door and ushered Cleek in.