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Scene 1

Scene begins with Guy and Lili in bed, the stage is in darkness

Lili
(Assertive, not angry)
Please, Guy, not tonight—

Guy
What? What do you mean?

Lili
We can't, I’m not feeling well…

Lights come up just enough to see , but not bright as they don't have electricity.

Guy
Should we call for the neighbors, do you need a doctor?

Lili
No. It's not necessary

Guy
Then why can't I—

Lili
I-I’m with child, I haven't bled. I was sick before you woke this morning, and last week as well, I know it's true.

Guy
Are you sure? What do you mean by “sick”?

Lili
My stomach, I haven’t been able to keep down breakfast in days. And my head, it aches every time I look at the sun. Simply walking pains me.

Guy
Alright, when do you suspect it will come?

Lili
Perhaps during harvest. Thankfully, you’ll be working, and we will have food.

Guy
That's fine.

Awkward silence

Lili
Are you not pleased?

Guy
No, I am, it’s good news.

Guy reaches to embrace her. Lili suddenly pulls away from him in pain.

Lili
I’m sorry, I...feel unwell.

She turns away, trying not to heave. More awkward silence follows.

Lili
(Hesitant) I think I'll be alright, let’s just rest for tonight.

Guy
(Stares at his wife while mostly preoccupied with worry about their finances) Okay.

Lili
Good-night, my love.

Guy
Mm, you too.

Lights fade to black