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He questioned me and was trying to get news about you.

THE AMERASIAN
What did you say, and did he
threaten you?

THE
How could he threaten me? I told

him you were not a bad person and
that you loved me.

THE AMERASIAN
Did you dare say that?

THE GIRL
Yes, I did. There is nothing to be
afraid of.

The Amerasian feels heartened. He squeezes her hand.

THE AMERASIAN
So, you do love me?

The girl hesitates a little.

THE GIRL
Yes... I miss you. I want you to
come. Is that love?

THE
Yes, that is love. I feel the same

for you. Loving each other is not a
crime. Why be afraid?

THE