Drahomir
cannot marry her, because he could not marry the woman whose fiance he
has killed. Of the three of us you alone will remain near her. Take
care of her--guard her. Into your hands I give her, the only treasure
I ever possessed.
Doctor (quietly).--I shall carry out your wishes.
George.--And now--I may be killed. I wish to die like a Christian. If
ever I have offended you, forgive me. (They shake hands. George goes
out.)
Doctor (alone).--Yes, of the three of us I alone shall remain near
her.
SCENE III.
Jozwowicz. Anton.
Anton (rushing in).--Man, have you become an idiot? When every moment
is valuable, you remain here. The results are uncertain. They have put
up big posters--Husarski's partisans are catching the votes in the
streets. For God's sake come with me. A carriage is waiting for us.
Doctor.--I must remain here. I cannot go under any consideration in
the world. Let be what may.
Anton.--I did not expect such conduct from you. Come and show
yourself, if only for a moment, and the victory is ours. I cannot
speak any more. I am dead tired. Have you become a madman? There--we
have worked for him, and he clings to a petticoat and stays here.
Doctor.--Anton! Even if I should lose there I would not stir one step
from here. I cannot and I will not go.
Anton.--So?
Doctor.--Yes.
Anton.--Do what you please, then. Very well. My congratulations.
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