Adr. Despair, desolation, death. That is all they have gained by revolt.
Kore. No! They have gained the name of men. To have submitted to be stripped and turned bleeding under the skies would have proved them lower than beasts.
[Enter Vetrova, right, with cup of water]
Vet. I begged the cup of Vasil. Let me die when I can not serve Adrian Lavrov.
Adr. [Advancing to him and taking the cup] Thank you, Petrovich. I would rather serve you. [Drinks]
Vet. Are we safe, Adrian Lavrov? Is Lonz at peace?
Adr. Yes, Petrovich. I have Prince Travinski's word that we shall not be molested so long as we are patient under the law.
Kore. The law? Under robbery and the rod! Patience under the foot of your master!
Adr. The slave can always rise above the master by forgiving him. Go among our neighbors, Petrovich, and let them know they need fear nothing while they themselves keep the peace.
Vet. Heaven, and the Shepherd of Lonz, be praised!