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 ''window and peers out. Benn pours hot water on the tea. His expression suggests both pity for Linton, and anxiety for his departure.'')

.—It ain't inviting but—I've seen worse. Anyw'y, you know wot she said last night. And, after you'd put your coat on and gone out she kept at it for an hour or more in bed. (A whistle sounds hoarsely in the distance through the heavy air. Both men start like criminals. Linton gulps the last of his tea and sets the cup down with a shaking hand. Benn