THE GOD OF VENGEANCE
Sarah, brings in Yekel's coat and hat and places them upon him. He offers no resistance.
What a misfortune! What a misfortune! Who could have foreseen such a thing? (She straightens Yekel's coat, then puts the room in order. Runs into Rifkele's room. She is heard hiding something there, and soon returns.) I'll have a reckoning with you later. (Putting the finishing touches to the room.) Terrible days, these. Bring up children with so much care and anxiety, and. . . Ah! (Footsteps are heard outside. Sarah runs over to Yekel and pulls his sleeve.) They're here! For the love of God, Yekel, remember! Everything can be fixed yet. (Enter Reb Ali and a stranger. Sarah hastily thrusts her hair under her wig and goes to the door to welcome the visitors.)
Reb Ali
Good morning.
Sarah
Good morning. Good year. Welcome. (Somewhat confused, she places chairs before the guests and motions them to be seated.)
Reb Ali, in a cheerful mood.
Well, and where is the bride's father? (Looking about for Yekel.)
Sarah, smiling, to her husband.
Why don't you show yourself, Yekel? (She
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