At first I did believe you,
though I did not understand. And now I see too clearly why you lied to
me. (slowly) you gave yourself up to the enemy so they would send you
here with me. Your plan was made before--not afterwards. You gave your
life into their hands to save me (he comes slowly forward) I am not
worth it. Oh, I am not worth your life.
[He takes his hand.
Gordon. Pray God; its not in vain.
Carter. You did this thing for me and for the information to give
Morgan?
Gordon (slowly). Yes.
Carter. And was there nothing else?
Gordon (slowly turning away). Perhaps.
Carter. Fair?
Gordon. Yes.
Carter. But--she does not--love--me.
Gordon (wearily). I know that.
Carter. Then, why? Oh, tell me, Gordon, for I do not understand.
Tell me. A life is such a precious thing to give.
Gordon (who has turned away, speaking slowly). You--know--that I
love her.
Carter. I was afraid of it.
Gordon. And still you do not understand?
Carter. No, I don't believe I do.
Gordon (with deep emotion). It is because I love her, and I know
the man she loves.
[Carter draws suddenly back.
But it can never be.
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