Vera. No, Adrian.
Adr. He has gone out. He will be hurt. [Looks suddenly at cabinet, which is open] Who has been here? Gregorief? [Stares at cabinet. Sophie's gaze follows his. He turns to her, speaking slowly] There was a bomb in that cabinet. Could it be possible—that——
Soph. [Gently] I am afraid it is true.
Adr. Never! Not him!
Soph. Adrian! Beloved!
Adr. [Not heeding her] Vasil! Vasil! [Staggers to seat by table, front, left. Guards keep by him. Enter Korelenko followed by Gregorief and others]
Vera. [Running to Korelenko] Vasil—where is he? [Korelenko is silent]
Soph. Is he hurt?
Kore. The boy—or——
Soph. The boy.