DEVIL, apparently frightened
But, Karl—
KARL
It's a lie. It's a damnable lie.
DEVIL
You tried to catch me—and I have caught you. You love this woman.
KARL, L. C., very loudly
Yes, I love her. I have listened to all your lies—I have seen you as I've seen a hundred like you—steal a good woman's reputation and call it success, social success—and boast about it as you drag her in the mud. You have trapped me, it's true—but you will suffer for it. It is my turn now—and I'll put you out of this house, you blackguard—get out before I kick you out.
DEVIL, C. backs up onto second step; stands
Wait! She is coming now.