Which is——?

Phillip

That what you call delay has helped and taught me.

Mrs. Lattin

(Low.) Perhaps I understand that too. That which the soul can do without is added to it. (Whispers.) Is it not that?

Phillip

Ah, you put it so. Perhaps you put it better. I only know that you have given me the thing I needed most—perspective, the longer sight. My vision clears. (Bends down and kisses her.) I feel new power for my work. I see it whole.

Mrs. Lattin

Then my forgiveness is complete.

CURTAIN