Lincoln: Yes, murder. How can I kill men in cold blood for what has been done by others? Think what would follow. It is for us to set a great example, not to follow a wicked one. You do believe that, don't you?
Custis (after a pause): I know. Yes. Let your light so shine before men. I trust Mista Lincoln. Will trust. I was wrong. I was too sorry for my people.
Lincoln: Will you remember this? For more than two years I have thought of you every day. I have grown a weary man with thinking. But I shall not forget. I promise that.
Custis: You great, kind friend. I will love you.
A knock at the door.
Lincoln: Yes.
SUSAN comes in.
Susan: An officer gentleman. He says it's very important.
Lincoln: I'll come.
He and CUSTIS rise.