abud. You are a part of me.

ann. We must try and understand it . . as a simple thing.

abud. But shall I kiss you?

ann. [Lowering her head.] Kiss me.

But when he puts his arms round her she shrinks.

ann. No.

abud. But I will. It's my right.

Almost by force he kisses her. Afterwards she clenches her hands and seems to suffer.

abud. Have I hurt you?

She gives him her hand with a strange little smile.