Mother and Son
eyes. Moshele looks at his watch.) Doctor, when does the next train leave?
The Doctor
You have plenty of time. The train does not leave before half-past four. If you have a letter to send off, I can post it for you.
Moshele
I am leaving.
The Doctor
How so?
Moshele
I am leaving (He goes to the back of the room and stands staring out of the window.)
The Doctor (looks at him very quietly for a few moments, then approaches and speaks softly to him)
Moshele. Of course, it is not my affair, but as the old family doctor, and even more so, as a friend, I would say to you that you are not doing the right thing. Under such circumstances one must…
Moshele (greatly distressed)
I beg of you, do not…
The Doctor
Well, if you say not, I will not speak. (He sits at the table. Quietly to Gitele.) Let him calm down a little. (Aloud.) And how is our patient?
Gitele
She is fairly well.
The Doctor
After today’s excitement you had better give
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