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Panel1:
Emily, standing awkwardly as she realizes she’s caused an outburst. Around the room, the other women snicker quietly.
Sound effect: *Snicker* *Snicker* *Snicker*

Panel 2:
A close-up of the Maude’s hands gripping the edge of the table, tense.

Panel 3:
Maude grabs Emily, dragging her along and out of the room.
Maude: “Come with me, Emily.”
Emily: “Maude? You alright?”
Maude: “Yeah, everything’s jake.”

Panel 4:
The two walk outside onto the veranda, away from the crowded room.

Panel 5:
Maude exhales in relief, loosening up
Maude: Phew! I couldn’t breathe in there.

Panel 6:
Emily and Maude. Maude looks conflicted, but Emily presses on.
Emily: “What is it, Maude?”
Maude: “Well… I’m not sure if this will help you, but… I might know who that “Millie” is. The one who the letter from Amelia was for.”
Maude (continued, urgently): “Just please don’t tell Henry or my parents!”