VOICE. (_Very clearly._) Pip, I'm going now. Something's choking me
cruelly. (_Indistinctly._) Into the dark--without you, my heart.--But
it's a lie, dear--we mustn't believe it.--For ever and ever, living or
dead. Don't let me go, my husband--hold me tight.--They can't--whatever
happens. (_A cough._) Pip--_my_ Pip! Not for always--and--so--soon!
(_Voice ceases._)
_Pause of ten minutes._ G. _buries his face in the side
of the bed while ayah bends over bed from opposite
side and feels_ MRS. G.'s _breast and forehead._