Ernest. [Also strives to free himself, but is held in Don Julian's grasp.] I cannot.
D. Julian. You love one another—you can't deny it, for I've seen it. [To Ernest.] Your life!
Ernest. Yes.
D. Julian. Your blood!
Ernest. All.
D. Julian. [Forcing him to his knees.] Stay still.
Teodora. Julian!
D. Julian. Ah, you defend him, you defend him.
Teodora. Not for his sake.
D. Severo. In God's name——