—able to keep up the wretched farce of mere friendship. I read your inmost thought tonight and—Karl—the knowledge that you love me has made me unspeakably happy. Dearest—
[OLGA looks up at the DEVIL, who is standing now at her L. He repeats "Dearest" and points to letter. She resumes writing.
—why should we struggle any longer against the resistless tide that is drawing us together? My strength is gone.
[OLGA looks up again. The DEVIL repeats "My strength is gone" by motion of lips, making no sound. She writes:
—without you I am lost in the black waters—save me, Karl. With your strong arms about me—with your lips to mine—I care not where we drift. I am yours, all yours. You are the master of my soul. Do not leave me, Karl; I love you, I cannot live without you. God bless you!
[OLGA'S head falls forward on her arm
OLGA, as if awakening
What have I written?
DEVIL, folding letter
What was in your heart!