She groped vaguely for support with one hand.
Tudor put his arm round her and led her, tottering, indoors.
"All right; tell me presently," he said quietly.

"Sit down and keep still for a little." He put her into an arm-chair and left her there.

In a few seconds he returned with some brandy and water, which he held to her lips in silence.

Then, setting down the glass, he began to rub her nerveless hands.
Audrey submitted passively at first to his ministrations, but presently as her strength returned she sat up.
"You haven't heard ?" she asked him shakily.
"I have heard nothing," he answered.

"Can you tell me now ?" "Yes--yes!" She paused a moment to steady her voice.