DACIA
[Stepping forward, somewhat alarmed by his toying with the knife] Be careful!
HELIOGABALUS
[He gives a start and turns quickly] There you are! And I was wondering what had become of you!
DACIA
I was here all the while.
HELIOGABALUS
Here?
DACIA
Over in the corner. [Snuggling close to him] I was awfully scared.