Helen. I've nothing left to lose but life itself.
Gerardo. How about your children?
Helen (flaring up). Who took me away from them, Oscar! Who robbed my children of their mother!
Gerardo. Did I make advances to you?
Helen (with intense passion). No, no! Don't think that for a moment! I just threw myself at you and should throw myself at you again today! No husband, no children could restrain me! If I die, I have at least tasted life! Through you, Oscar! I owe it to you that I have come to know myself! I have to thank you for it, Oscar!
Gerardo. Helen—now listen to me calmly ...
Helen. Yes, yes—there are ten minutes left ...
Gerardo. Listen to me calmly ... (Both sit down on the sofa.)
Helen (staring at him). I have to thank you for it ...
Gerardo. Helen—