Scene: Between 4–6 BC. The home of MARY, JOACHIM, and ANNE. Minimalist (obviously).
MARY, 13, is on her knees scrubbing robes in a large tub. In the midst of her work, MARY tugs a bucket toward her and vomits.
She smiles with relief until the nausea overtakes her again. She vomits.
ANNE, 54, enters carrying more laundry. She waves at the air. It reeks.
ANNE. Too much wine for you, Mary. I’ve told . . .
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