George.
'Tis death either way----
Marie.
George--think----
George.
Oh, I have thought of it for two days and two nights. One is madness and the other insanity. There is no other way. [Pained.] Only the thought of the child gives me pain----
Marie.
Of course, if your feelings for Gertrude----
George.
Then it is your desire? [She nods assent.] Very well! So be it! But remember, it is a question of life and death!--And, therefore, you yourself must be present.