Later, Vera is complaining to Wallace in their apartment. Since it is already obvious to everyone about their so-called engagement, there is no reason for her not to visit him.

Wallace hands Vera a cup of chamomile tea. "Don't worry, my love. I think you'd better never look for that wretch girl again."

"But, I feel guilty, my darling!" Vera goes on pretending to be a good girl, "I need her to understand that we didn't mean to hurt her."

Wallace, however, smiles mischievously. "The way and ease with which you call me 'darling' and 'sweetheart' makes me think otherwise."

Vera first widens her eyes and then looks down at...