Act II

Ssshhh, Myra darling⁠—we owe it to Judith to keep control of our emotions⁠—a scene would be agonising for her now. She has been brave and absolutely splendid throughout. Let’s not make things harder for her than we can help. Come, we’ll go out into the garden.

I will notnot go out into the garden.

Please go⁠—I don’t think I can bear any more just now.

So this is the end, Judith?

Yes, my dear⁠—the end.

Mother⁠—Mother, I’ve got something important to tell you.

Very well, dear.

Where’s Sorel?

In the library, I’m afraid.

Sorel, come out⁠—I’ve got something vital to tell you.