I shall remain.

(Sobe enters. He bows to Fana.)

Sobe

Ah, Fana, I shall make your stay pleasant.

Fana

Yes, Master.

(She seats herself behind the candle between Sobe and Maldor.)

Sobe (gently)—

You are very ugly, Fana. You wear a veil because you are ugly.

Fana