ann. It's very cold.

abud. If we light the fire now that means more trouble in the morning.

She sits on the settle.

ann. Yes, I am very weary.

abud. Go to bed.

ann. Not yet. [After a moment.] How much light one candle gives! Sit where I may see you.

He sits on the bench. She studies him curiously.

ann. Well . . this is an experiment.

abud. [With reverence.] God help us both.