The Secret Place September 20th, 1942
I almost thought you were'nt coming, Johann. It was hard to get away. But I always seem to make it. But be careful, alright. If the wrong people found out about us, Johann? I'm careful every day, Rivka. I will always come to you, liebling. I know, Johann. I've brought food for you and your family. Thank you, Johann. My parents are grateful. There are so many starving. They've told me that if the Russians come you can hide with us, Johann. I certainly do not want you to be lost to me if that happens. Thank you, Rivka. If our army loses, I will stay behind with you. Will you come to our house tonight? Yes, I will try. You look tired, Johann. Come, sit here by me. I am tired, liebling. The nightmares again? Sometimes, yes. I pray for this war to end so we can find our peaceful place, Johann. I have something to ask you, Rivka. What, Johann? After all this is over, will you marry me? Yes, Johann. I will. I love you. I pray we both survive to see that day. We will, Rivka. Something tells me we will. Do you have siblings, Johann? An older sister. My brother was killed on the Russian front. He decided to use this uniform for good,too. I'm sorry. You must miss him. Sometimes I see him in my dreams, Rivka. His name was Lukas. We were only a year apart so we were close. It's hard to lose a loved one. It's dark now. Come, Johann. My parents and Hannah will be happy to see you. You're back, daughter. Yes, Mama. Johann is here. Hello, Frau Katz. I've brought food. Danke, Johann. Hello, Papa. Good evening, Rivka. I see you've brought Johann with you. I've taken your offer of hiding with your family, sir. Good,good. How are you, Johann? As well as I can be, sir. Supper is ready, everyone. Come sit, everyone. God, bless this food and all here. Amen. May we all survive this war intact. I pray so, Papa.