Nefertiti
(Playing on his feelings.) You are right, Menophis. I should not pine, for I should marry and know joy. Your sacrifice, if you choose it, you may bear alone, for Nefertiti will not certainly be lonely. There is no lack of those who offer life to her in place of the dream that Rames sets before you——
Menophis
Others! Is there another? Nefertiti——! (Approaches.)
Nefertiti
(Withdraws.) Rames is coming. I hear his cautious step. Make your choice with him. I will not influence you. You wished to be alone; I’ll leave you. (Makes to move away.)
Menophis
(With passion and regret.) One moment more. Will you not say farewell? And if—and if—until you hear from my own lips——
Nefertiti