Marie.

George, then take me with you? [He shakes his head.] For years I have carried the wish in my heart--to kill you! Then I would kiss and love you like mad--and then follow you into eternity----

George.

Nonsense, girl, nonsense! Can't you see, how one turns round and round and round in a circle, till at last to find no other escape than death?

Marie.

I am not afraid to die; though with you, I'd rather live----

George.

To live, dear, will require more courage for both of us.

Marie.

How so?