Smiling and bowing.

Peace be with you. Peace be with you, David.

David turns aside and covers his face with his hands.

ANATHEMA.

Indifferently.

Begone!

General confusion; interrupted smiles, muffled groans. Sarah, led respectfully by the arms, advances to David. Nearing him, she walks alone.

ANATHEMA.

Turn around, David.... Sarah is here.

SARAH.