Soph. Then you can't take his place. We must think of some other way—and quickly.
Adr. Not for me. It is you who must go. You are betrayed to Petrizoff.
Soph. I hoped you wouldn't hear that. I am in no danger.
Adr. [Between fear and relief] No danger?
Soph. [With a half smile] By and by you will believe that I can take care of myself.
[Enter Korelenko with Vera]
Soph. Not gone?
Adr. You are lost.
Soph. Why did you bring her back? You have no right to destroy her life!