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> Madeline's mother

> Statists: refugees

Location: Charleston, refugee camp

Madeline, still covered in a black veil, is still working to help against the misery of the colored people in the camps. In this, she es met by Rafe Baudeen again. He makes compliments on her and offers his help. Then, the mother of young boy Michael reports that her son has been taken by soldiers.

Rafe............................. Top of the morning. Merry Christmas.

Madeline.................... And to you, Mr. Beaudeen.

Rafe............................. Oh, I suppose it's quite so merry in Savannah with Sherman. (1)

Madeline.................... He'll be marching into Charleston next.

Rafe............................. Some of the women are leaving town.

Madeline.................... Well, what brings you out this way so early?

Rafe............................. Just my usual desire to look at your pretty face, and to bring you this. (gives her a box)

Madeline.................... That's very kind.

Rafe............................. Now, you can take it. Feel no obligation. It's really not for you, it's for them. (looks around)

Madeline.................... (openes it) It's gold.

Rafe............................. Earned with the sweat of my brow. I'd just waste it anyway, and I figured you could use it for whatever purpose...

Michael's mother...... (runs up) Miss Madeline! The soldiers picked up Michael and some of the other boys.

Madeline.................... Where did they take him?

Michael's mother...... I don't know. They said they was needed. Too many soldiers getting killed.

Madeline.................... We have to find them. They're only children.

Rafe............................. How long ago?

Michael's mother...... About two hours. Miss Madeline, I'm so scared.

Rafe............................. Don't worry about it. We'll do our best to get'em back.

(1) Historical: With capturing the port city of Savannah, GA on Dec 21st, 1864, U.S. Major General William T. Sherman concluded his "March to the Sea" from Atlanta, leaving behind a broad swathe of total destruction all the way through Georgia that is unforgotten to this day. At that time, there was fear in South Carolina that Sherman would continue this through this state (what he ultimately did in 1865).

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11.10 - Rafe Investigates

Start 24.18, Length 0.26

Participants:

Location: Charleston, mustering office

Rafe takes over some investigations and questions the bureau of mustering in the city.

Rafe............................. I found out where they'd been taken.

Madeline.................... Where?

Rafe............................. Don't worry about it. Right now I want you to go home and wait for me there.

Madeline.................... Rafe, I would like to help.

Rafe............................. You can't. Just do like I tell you. It may already be too late.

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11.11 - Corrupt Soldiers

Start 24.44, Length 1.58

Participants:

> CS sergeant

> Michael

> Statists: more boys and blacks

Location: countryside

Finally, Rafe finds Michael digging out rifle pits with other boys. Presenting a written order, he succeeds to take all the boys back into town.

CS Sergeant............... Come on, look alive, look alive! Boy, I bet you wish you was back on that plantation, don't you? Come on, move that dirt, darkies. Come on, look alive, there. Don't dig that tree out. (to Michael) You better look sharp there, boy. Gonna throw your carcass to Sherman.

Rafe............................. (appears) It may be your carcass, Sergeant.

CS Sergeant............... Just who are you, huh?

Rafe............................. These are orders from your captain to take these boys back to my plantation.

CS Sergeant............... Your plantation?

Rafe............................. Food is the lifeline of the Confederacy, Sergeant. And we've got to feed Johnston's troops if we expect him to stop Sherman.

CS Sergeant............... Just who's gonna finish digging these rifle pits, huh?

Rafe............................. Neither you nor your men look helpless to me, Sergeant.

CS Sergeant............... Hey, that ain't no kinda work for white men.

Rafe............................. You read your orders and do your duty.

CS Sergeant............... My duty is to get my share. See, I know all about your Captain Farley and his little payoffs. So, you see this here order, it ain't worth the paper it's written on.

Rafe............................. You get the boys in the wagon, and I'll see that you're taken care of, Sergeant.

CS Sergeant............... All right, let's go! All you boys, get in this here blasted wagon. Be quick about it! Come on, move it!

Rafe............................. I only pay once. (pushes him down, drives off)

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11.12 - Heavy Moral

Start 26.42, Length 2.43

Participants:

> Orry Main Jr.

Location: Charleston, boarding house, Madeline's room

Rafe visits Madeline in her room at night, reports on the success of his actions and mentiones to have paid of Captain Farley for it. Madeline rejects such practices but thanks him anyway. Again, Rafe's attempts to get nearer to Madeline are softly rejected by her.

Rafe............................. They're safe now. I left Michael with his mother about an hour ago.

Madeline.................... Oh, thank God. How did you find out where they were?

Rafe............................. Captain Farley wanted cold hard cash, and a lot of it, I'm afraid.

Madeline.................... You bribed an officer?

Rafe............................. Well, I had no choice.

Madeline.................... If you had been arrested, we'd all have been in jeopardy.

Rafe............................. What should I have done? Something more honorable? You've got to wake up, Madeline. Honor's dead. It's been killed in the war. From now on, there are only transactions.

Madeline.................... Perhaps. For you that's the way you live.

Rafe............................. That's right, Ma'am, to survive.

Madeline.................... Well, some things are more important than survival.

Rafe............................. Like what, Madeline? I left the army rather than go on killing innocent human beings in a cause already doomed from the start by the stupidity of too many of it's leaders.

Madeline.................... I don't wanna hear that.

Rafe............................. I refused to be a fool. I found a better way of attacking a Yankee position, and when I returned I was accused by my commander of insubordination. If that makes me some kind of a scoundrel, so be it.

Madeline.................... I... I didn't mean to. You saved Michael's life, and I thank you for that.

Rafe............................. Madeline, there's so much I want to tell you.

Madeline.................... It's late. - I am... I am grateful. Please believe me.

Rafe............................. Your servant, Ma'am. (goes off)

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11.13 - Conversation With The Lawyer

Start 29.25, Length 1.56

Participants:

> Miles Colbert

Location opening: Charleston, in the streets

Location scene: Charleston, law office

Madeline visits her lawyer and now wants to take Justin's fortune for her ever demanding help effort. Sie also commissions the lawyer to sell Resolute for that.

Colbert........................ I thought you told me you'd never touch any of Justin's money. Now, if you're prepared to do that, at least make life more comfortable for you and your child. Don't keep...

Madeline.................... If the money is mine, then I'm entitled to spend it as I see fit. Uncle Miles, Justin never did one good thing for anyone in his entire life. So let's just call this poetic justice. And when his money is gone, then I'll sell the house.

Colbert........................ I'm not even sure I could find a buyer right now, let alone get a good price.

Madeline.................... Now, even if I have to sell the house at a loss, there should still be enough to help a great many people.

Colbert........................ Now, I understand your wanting to help these people that have been displaced by the war, but you can't bankrupt yourself to do it. And... and what about your son, Madeline? That house should be his someday.

Madeline.................... Thousands have been driven from their homes, slaves, freed negroes, poor whites. They have no food, no money. They have no hope. I can't just stand by and watch women and children die. I hope, my son will understand that one day when he's old enough.

Colbert........................ You're giving away everything you have.

Madeline.................... I would give more if I had it. Uncle Miles, you can't imagine the suffering.

Colbert........................ Alright, my dear. It's obvious, you're gonna do this whether I agree or not. If Justin's money isn't sufficient, I'll find a way to sell the house.

Madeline.................... Thank you, Uncle Miles. Thank you. I knew, you'd understand.

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11.14 - George Has Recovered

Start 31.31, Length 2.51

Participants:

> Brigadier General George Hazard (in civilian clothings)

Location opening: Belvedere, outside

Location scene: Belvedere, George's room

George has recovered but still is on sick leave. He feels guilty on Orry and tells Constance about their brief meeting between the lines and how they parted in dispute, but that Orry still has broken him out and saved his life.

Constance.................. I have a surprise for you.

George........................ What? Oh, I love surprises.

Constance.................. I know you do. Open it up.

George........................ (laughes) Well, this looks familiar.

Constance.................. I had the tailor repair it. I want my husband going back on duty looking like the general he is.

George........................ Oh, thank you. That's very sweet. And as it just so happens, I have a little gift for you too.

Constance.................. You do? - Oh, George, it's beautiful.

George........................ Do you like it?

Constance.................. I love it.

George........................ I had Stanley pick it up for me in Philadelphia on his last trip there.

Constance.................. Oh, thank you. (kiss). You know, it's been so wonderful having you home these past few weeks. I hate to think of you leaving again so soon.

George........................ I don't think that Grant will let this deadlock drag on much longer. It's got to end soon. But I'm afraid that Lee will fight on to the bitter end, along with all his men.

Constance.................. I know. You're worried about Orry again, aren't you?

George........................ Yes. Our little reunion while out on patrol a couple of years ago wasn't as pleasant as I might have let you to believe.

Constance.................. What do you mean?

George........................ Well, at first it was like nothing had changed. It was just so good to see him again. But it became obvious to me that the war had done something to that sense of understanding that we always seemed to share. By the time we said goodbye, we were acting just like enemies.

Constance.................. Oh, George...

George........................ And when he broke me out of prison, it was more like he was... repaying an old debt instead if an act of friendship.

Constance.................. Darling, I love Orry as much as you do. And I know the kind of man he is. He would never turn his back on you or your friendship.

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11.15 - A Visitor For George

Start 34.12, Length 0.32

Participants:

> Captain Bradley, US

Location: Belvedere, hall

Captain Bradley, an office in George's staff, appears at Belvedere and requests a conversation with George.

Constance.................. Captain Bradley?

Bradley....................... Yes, Ma'am.

Constance.................. I'm Constance Hazard. The maid told me, you're here to see my husband.

Bradley....................... I'm on General Hazard's staff, Ma'am. I have some rather urgent business with him.

Constance.................. I see. Well, why don't you wait in the library and I'll get him for you.

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11.16 - Axol Iron Uncovered

Start 34.44, Length 2.28

Participants:

> Brigadier General George Hazard (in civilian clothing)

> Captain Bradley, US

Location: Belvedere, library

Captain Bradley confidentally informs George about complaints on Axol Iron canons being made from inferior metal and having cost mand Union soldiers' lives. An investigation showed him to have signed contracts with some Mr. Morgan, and that there is a warrant for him about to be issued.

Bradley....................... This isn't an official visit, General, but I wanted to warn you ahead of time. (Constance appears, the men rise) I'd rather discuss this in private, Sir.

George........................ Unless it involves military secrets, Captain, I have nothing I wanna hide from my wife. (they sit down)

Bradley....................... Sir, from what I've been able to find out, the war department has had complaints from almost two years about defective weapons made by Axol Iron Works. Do you know anything about such a company?

George........................ No, I've never heard of them.

Bradley....................... A formal investigation wasn't started until recently. And they found out, that Axol Iron is a front for another arms manufacturer: Hazard Iron.

Constance.................. Why, but that's ridiculous. George would never have anything to do with something like that.

Bradley....................... They verified that these canons were made from cheap metals which caused some of them to explode after prolonged use. I'm afraid, some soldiers on the gun crews have been killed as a result.

George........................ Oh my God.

Constance.................. But everybody knows that while George was away, his brother Stanley was running the company.

Bradley....................... Apparently, the General's signature appears in several incriminating documents which connect the two companies.

Constance.................. Why, then someone forged his signature.

George........................ And it had to be somebody from the inside.

Bradley....................... Unfortunately, you're gonna have to prove that, Sir.

Constance.................. I don't believe this. My husband risked his life and endured great hardship in prison. How can his own government accuse him of such a crime?

Bradley....................... Ma'am, I feel the same way, or I wouldn't be here. But I'm afraid, all the evidence seems to be against you, General.

George........................ Captain, you said, this was an unofficial visit.

Bradley....................... (nods)

George........................ How much time do I have to prove my innocence?

Bradley....................... I'm afraid they'll be swearing out a warrant for your arrest within the next few hours.

Constance.................. Well, can't you delay it?

Bradley....................... I wish I could. I just found out this morning.

George........................ What else can you tell us, Captain?

Bradley....................... There seems to be a man named Morgan. Although there's no solid evidence against him, they suspect that he's incolced in selling cheap metals to more than one foundry.

George........................ Do you know where I can find him?

Bradley....................... He does most of his business out of a tavern outside Philadelphia called Dillards.

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11.17 - George Gets The Truth

Start 37.12, Length 2.22

Participants:

> Brigadier General George Hazard, US

> Mr. Morgan (†)

> Supporting roles: host

> Statists: more gusts

Location: Dillard's Taverne, outside and inside

George rides to Dillard's taverne at once and meets Morgan there. The man withholds clear answers, but in the folliwing fist fight, Stanley's name is spilled out. Morgan drops backward and breakes his neck.

George........................ (enters the tavern, to the barkeeper) Wich one's Morgan?

Barkeeper................... Morgan? Who are you?

George........................ Never you mind. Just point him out to me. (walks over) - You're Morgan?

Morgan...................... If I am?

George........................ I'd like some straight answers. Do have a business arrangement with Hazard Iron?

Morgan...................... I don't know what you're talking about.

George........................ You've been selling inferior metals through a dummy company.

Morgan...................... You can't prove anything.

George........................ I wanna know who your contact is.

Morgan...................... Who the hell are you?

George........................ (grabs him) My name is George Hazard, my miserable scum. A lot of good men have died because of you. You're coming with me to the war department, you're gonna tell them everything you know, and you're gonna spend the rest of your life in prison.

Morgan...................... Along with you and your brother, General Hazard! (fight, dies)

Barkeeper................... He's broke his neck. He's dead.

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11.18 - Stanley Is Revealed

Start 37.34, Length 2.05

Participants:

> Brigadier General George Hazard, US

> Stanley Hazard

> Isabel Hazard

Location: Belvedere, hall and stairs

George confronts Stanley, who confesses, this as the first time over Isabel's objections. George demands Stanley and Isabel to take full responsibility and to let Hazard Iron fund damage control to the killed Union soldiers.

George........................ Stanley! I just talked to Morgan, and he connected you with Axol Iron. In don't wanna believe this, Stanley.

Stanley....................... George...

George........................ Just tell me, it isn't true.

Stanley....................... ---

George........................ You're my brother. I have trusted you with everything. How could you do this?

Isabel.......................... (appears) Stanley, don't tell him anything.

Constance.................. (appears) Don't you realize what you've done? There's been a gouvernment investigation. The're going to arrest George.

Isabel.......................... Whatever trouble he's in, it's his own doing.

Stanley....................... Enough! Isabel, I have always given you everything you've ever wanted. Now, I will not sacrifice my brother. George, I had no idea, any of this would ever happen with those canons. And when I found out, it was too late. Our whole business was at stake, our future...

George........................ (outraged) What about our future, Stanley?! You have not only befouled this family's reputation, you have probably destroyed the future of Hazard Iron! Which is nothing compared to the senseless killing of who knows how many Union soldiers!

Stanley....................... George...

George........................ You misable traitor!

Stanley....................... Please forgive me.

George........................ You must take full responsibility, as will this company to the families of those dead soldiers. Undoubtedly, that means long prison terms for both you and Isabel.

Isabel.......................... I've done nothing illegal. My signature was not on those documents.

Constance.................. Apparently you haven't heard your husband, dear. It's over, Isabel.

George........................ (to Stanley) If you can find the courage to own up to your actions, you might find some self-respect.

Stanley....................... I'll cooperate.

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11.19 - Bent Uses Ashton

Start 41.39, Length 2.01

Participants:

Location: countryside near Richmond

Near Richmond, Bent tells Ashton that he still needs more money to buy weapons for the overthrow of Davis. So he brings Ashton to get involved with Thomas Drummond so that this man doesn't recind his promise of a 15,000 Dollar donation.

Ashton....................... When are we gonna get rid of Jeff Davis already?

Bent............................ You're unusually impatient today, Ashton. I told you, those things take time, and they take money. We have a definite lack of the latter.

Ashton....................... Well, I've already given you all of mine.

Bent............................ There is someone who has just promised an enormous contribution, but I'm afraid he want's something more in return other than mere participation in our new government.

Ashton....................... What does he want?

Bent............................ Thomas Drummond, has aleays had his eye on you.

Ashton....................... That old fool? Everytime he sees me, he looks down my dress and drools. (kiss)

Bent............................ Exactly.

Ashton....................... You can't mean, he... (laughs) Why, that is the most rediculous thing I ever heard.

Bent............................ What's so ridiculous? All you have to do is spend one night with him, and fifteen-thousand Dollars in gold are ours.

Ashton....................... You can't mean that.

Bent............................ Of course I do. He knows that you and I are friends.

Ashton....................... Friends? We love each--

Bent............................ I don't recall mentioning love. Love would be the worst possible thing for us. We're equals, we are partners. Love would just get in the way of everything we want.

Ashton....................... But as I was saying before I was interrupted, we love each other's strength and power.

Bent............................ So, the you'll do it?

Ashton....................... Why wouldn't I? After all, it only makes us that much closer to what we want.

Bent............................ I knew, I could count on you.

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11.20 - Love Service For A Donation

Start 43.40, Length 1.51

Participants:

> Thomas Drummond

Location opening: Richmond, in the streets

Location scene: Richmond, Drummond's house, bedroom

Ashton complies and gives the old man a special treatment.

Ashton....................... I had no idea you thought me attractive, Mr. Drummond. Otherwise, I would have come here long before this.

Drummond................. You do me an honor, Miss Ashton.

Ashton....................... On the contrary, Sir. You do me and our cause the honor. (starts undressing) Your donation, Sir, was so generous that I felt that I had to repay you in the only way I know how.

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11.21 - James Turns Off

Start 45.31, Length 1.08

Participants:

> James Huntoon

Location: Richmond, Huntoon's house, bedroom

At home, James refuses to go with Ashton's play and brushes her off.

Ashton....................... (enters the bedroom, shows a quick sign of emotions)

James.......................... Ashton?

Ashton....................... Yes, James?

James.......................... It's alright, Ashton.

Ashton....................... You're right, James.

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11.22 - The Arsenal

Start 46.39, Length 2.59

Participants:

Location: near Richmond, storage barn

Bent shows Ashton a secret storage barn filled to the roof with weapons and amunition. He declares his plans to overthrow Jefferson Davis as nearly completed and that he only needs one more shipmend from Charleston. Furthermore, he is firmly planing to kill all of his opponents as Davis and Orry Main.

Ashton....................... You must be joking. You don't really expect to celebrate here, do you?

Bent............................ Couldn't think of a more appropriate place.

Ashton....................... But everybody says, it's unsafe to leave the city, El.

Bent............................ Now, where is your spirit of adventure, Ashton? Come on. Get down.

Ashton....................... I'm tired of playing games, El. What is it you wanna show me?

Bent............................ Now you just be patient. (openes the gate)

Ashton....................... Why, the army would just be furious, if they knew anything about this. How'd you get so many guns?

Bent............................ Along with my military expertise, I have developed quite a flair for raising money. This was all bought with cash, donated by supporters of our cause.

Ashton....................... Like Drummond?

Bent............................ Exactly. Men whose ambition exceeds their intelligence. I still need another shipment, so I have arranged for this with a profiteer down in South Carolina. He gets his guns from a man in Barbados. I will be leaving for Charleston, tomorrow.

Ashton....................... How long will you be gone?

Bent............................ You won't have too long to pine for me. We have to move against Mr. Davis in two weeks or so, otherwise it'll be too late. I just wanna make sure that we kill Mr. Davis and everyone of his loyal followers.

Ashton....................... Including my brother?

Bent............................ Especially your brother. I haven't forgotten the injuries to which I owe Mr. Main. - We're gonna have a little time for us.

Ashton....................... Not here.

Bent............................ Yeah, here. Right now. (sex)

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11.23 - Help And Business

Start 49.38, Length 1.16

Participants:

> Statists: Michael's mother, refugees

Location: Charleston, refugee camp

Madeline is continueing her charity mission in Charleston, with Rafe Beaudeen offering his assistance once more. But Madeline tells him again, that she cannot give him the return favor he wishes for.

Michael's mother...... Line never ends, does ist, Miss Madeline?

Madeline.................... There seems to be three times the amount of people we started with.

Michael's mother...... How you gonna keep this up, Ma'am? You can't feed everybody without home in the whole south?

Madeline.................... I'll do what I can for as long as I can.

Michael's mother...... Food costing the way it does, I don't see how we gonna keep this up for too long.

Rafe............................. Excuse me, Ma'am. Loo, I know that you must nearly be out of cash by now. You've been feeding these people for months. And you've also got a little baby to think of. Now, I have a little money and some very good connections in town. I could help you get more food and medicines, maybe some men to drive you instead of the boy.

Madeline.................... In exchange for what?

Rafe............................. Well now, that's entirely up to you.

Madeline.................... Well, I appreciate your help, Mr. Beaudeen. I really do. But that's as far as it goes. If you can find food or medicine, please bring it to the camp. (walks off)

Rafe............................. Yes, Ma'am.

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11.24 - With The Lawyer's Help

Start 50.54, Length 2.04

Participants:

> Miles Colbert

Location: Charleston, law office

Miles Colbert tells Madeline that to his surprise he could procure a sell of Justin's estate. When Madeline has left Colbert's office, Rafe enters and reveals himself as the anonymous buyer.

Colbert........................ I must confess, I never expected to find a buyer for your house so soon.

Madeline.................... They certainly offered a fair price.

Colbert........................ Under the circumstances, more than generous. However, there was one term the buyer insists upon that I couldn't accept without your consent.

Madeline.................... My consent?

Colbert........................ Well, he insists that the sale be anonymous.

Madeline.................... Well, is there anything wrong with that?

Colbert........................ No, not at all.

Madeline.................... Then sell it. I need the money.

Colbert........................ Then you may consider the sale closed, my dear.

Madeline.................... The war has certainly taken it's toll. The supplies we received only yesterday have almost gone. Miles, goodbye. (leaves, Rafe Beaudeen appears)

Colbert........................ Beaudeen, the... Good Lord, man, I told you to stay away from here today.

Rafe............................. I've been avoiding danger much too long to be caught by an unsuspecting woman. Did she accept?

Colbert........................ Of course. She's all obsessed with this refugee work of hers.

Rafe............................. Now she'll have means to continue it.

Colbert........................ Until it ruins her, I'm afraid.

Rafe............................. A woman like her can never be ruined, Mr. Colbert. And in the end, I'll see to it, she get's her house back. I really don't want the damn thing.

Colbert........................ Well, but why didn't you just give her the money then?

Rafe............................. Because she'd never take it from me. Even though it does come out of the pockets of some of Charlestin's most respected families.

Colbert........................ Oh now, wait a minute. You... you... surely not stolen?

Rafe............................. Oh no. It's earned quite honestly right down at the Stars and Bars Inn.

Colbert........................ If she knew, the money came from gambling...

Rafe............................. But she never will. You'll have the money tomorrow. So, congratulate yourself, Mr. Colbert. It's not every day that a lawyer helps a scoundrel help a lady. (leaves)

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11.25 - Bent In Charleston

Start 52.58, Length 2.12

Participants:

> Guns dealer

> Statists: coach driver (opening), pedestrians (opening), more persons in the customs building

Location: Charleston, customs building

In February of 1865, Bent negotiates in Charleston over one last shipment of guns, but incriesing prices brings that deal in jeopardy. The dealer points him to the charitable Mrs. Pickard.

Dealer......................... I realize, Mr. Bent, that you and your mercenaries need these guns, but that pice I quoted last month was before the misfortunes of our Confederacy caused the further downward plunge in the value of paper money.

Bent............................ You cannot just double the price. A deal, Sir, is a deal!

Dealer......................... I suggest you keep your voice down, Sir. Some patriotic fools are so upset about the Yankee occupation that they might be inclined to stretch our necks if they knew what nefarious business we were about to conclude.

Bent............................ Now, you're just gonna have to accept my offer as is, because that's all I brought with me.

Dealer......................... You're fortunate, Mr. Bent, that my contact in the Barbados is willing to accept ten percent in gold. I would suggest that you close this deal before the price of a loaf of bread goes to a hundred Dollars and rifes to a thousand each. I would say, you have twenty-four hours before the price goes up again.

Bent............................ How am I supposed to raise that kind of cash here with all the Yankees snooping around Charleston?

Dealer......................... A clever man such as yourself should be able to think of something. You have a way with the ladies? Why don't you charm our local heiress, Mrs. Picard?

Bent............................ Heiress?

Dealer......................... Someone must have left her a fortune. She's been feeding every white trash and refugee and ex-slave for miles around. They call her 'The Angel Lady'.

Bent............................ Well, then perhaps this angel might be persuaded to be generous to my cause as well.

Dealer......................... I have heard she's desperate for food for her camp.

Bent............................ Where might I find this paragon of generosity?

Dealer......................... Apparently, she lives in a seedy boarding house near here, something consistent with her eccentricities.

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11.26 - Rafe Gets Nerdy To Madeline

Start 55.10, Length 1.46

Participants:

> Statists: pedestrians

Location: Charleston, greens

Madeline, still calling herself Mrs. Pickard, has more and more trouble to raise groceries. Rafe pushes on her constantly and confesses his love to her. Madeline is forced to tell him that she is in fact not a widow.

Madeline.................... There's barely a handful of cornmeal left for each child, and there's no milk at all.

Rafe............................. You've done everything you can, Madeline. You can't create food if there isn't any.

Madeline.................... I still have money left from the sale of the house, but there's nothing to buy with it. I've tried everywhere.

Rafe............................. Since Sherman is already marching north, trying to trap Johnston and Lee between himself and Grant, it should all be over very soon now. (1)

Madeline.................... Will it, Rafe? Or will things just be worse when the war is over?

Rafe............................. I don't know. I just know that I can't stand to see you like this. Madeline, I love you.

Madeline.................... Rafe--

Rafe............................. I've never said that to anyone before in my life, but it's true.

Madeline.................... Please, don't.

Rafe............................. Why? I know you at least care for me

Madeline.................... I do. But I can't let it be anything more than that.

Rafe............................. You can't or you won't?

Madeline.................... You almost guessed the truth once before. I'm not a widow. My husband is still living

Rafe............................. Do you still love him?

Madeline.................... Oh please, don't ask me any more questions. Just believe me, I can never be what you want me to be.

Rafe............................. We should be together. You feel the same way.

Madeline.................... No. A part of me would always belong to him. You'd come to hate me for it.

Rafe............................. Madeline, I...

Madeline.................... I'd only end up hurting you. I couldn't live with myself if I did. I'm sorry, Rafe. Please take me home.

(1) Historical: U.S. General William T. Sherman has left Savannah and takes the route to Grant at Richmond to another swipe through Confederate heartland, this time South and North Carolina. He aimed to either meet up with Grant's army for a final blow on Richmond or to bring Johnston to a surrender and against a closing-up of Lee with what is left of Johnson's army.

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11.27 - Message From Bent

Start 56.56, Length 1.09

Participants:

> Mrs. Shoup

Location: Charleston, boarding house, hall

Boarding house owner Mrs. Shoup hands Madeline a visitor's card from Bent who requests a conversation. Madeline suspects on who that man would be.

Mrs. Shoup................ Well, Mr. Beaudeen, how nice to see you again.

Rafe............................. Miss Shoup.

Mrs. Shoup................ Mrs. Picard, another gentlemen called while you were away. He left his card. Said, he'd be at the Mills House.

Rafe............................. Do you know the man?

Madeline.................... (distracted) What? Ah, no. Someone I once knew did.

Mrs. Shoup................ He seemed like a real gentleman. He said he could call whenever it was convenient. 'The sooner the better' were his exact words. If you like for me to send a message...

Madeline.................... I appreciate your interest, but I'll take care of it. Thank you again, Mrs. Shoup.

Rafe............................. Would you like me to find out what this gentleman wants?

Madeline.................... No, that won't be necessary. Thank you for escorting me home, and for your kindness. Good day, Sir.

Rafe............................. It will be a good day, Ma'am, when you change your mind about us. I won't give up. (leaves)

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11.28 - The Acress

Start 58.05, Length 2.20

Participants:

> Mrs. Wescott

Location: Charleston, boarding house, stairs and Mrs. Wescott's room

Madeline asks former actress Mrs. Wescott to play her part in the conversation with Bent to aquire informations on his requests.

Madeline.................... Miss Sinclair?

Wescott..................... (laughes shortly) Well, that was my stage name. It's Mrs. Wescott now.

Madeline.................... I need to speak to you. It's very important.

Wescott..................... Come in.

Madeline.................... I saw you play Cordelia in 'King Lear'. I was seventeen, but I've never forgotten it. You couldn't have been more than seventeen yourself.

Wescott..................... I wasn't. I'm surprised that you remembered me. Thank you. It's been a very long time since anyone's mentioned my acting. I gave it up years ago when I married.

Madeline.................... (looks at a photograph) Is that your husband?

Wescott..................... Yes. Robert was killed at Gettysburg.

Madeline.................... Oh, I'm so sorry.

Wescott..................... What was it you want to talk to me about, Mrs. Picard?

Madeline.................... I would like to hire you as an actress.

Wescott..................... Why, who'd want to mount a theatrical production now with Charleston occupied?

Madeline.................... Well, it's not a play, exactly. Your services would only be required for one evening, and I will pay you what I can afford.

Wescott..................... Do you want me to break the law in some way?

Madeline.................... Oh, no no. I need to find out why someone wants to see me. But I must warn you, there is a risk involved. I will provide you with all the protection I can. But if you're the actress I believe you are, you won't need it.

Wescott..................... You intrigue me, Mrs. Picard. And I haven't been intrigued by anything since my husband died. What part do you want me to play?

Madeline.................... Me.

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11.29 - A Play For Bent

Start 1.00.25, Length 5.03

Participants:

> Mrs. Wescott

> Mrs. Shoup

Location: Charleston, boarding house, hall and reception

Bent talks to the acress at the boarding house who pretends to be Mrs. Pickard. He offers groceries and requests money for his insurrection in return. The acress asks for time to think on it. After Bent has heft, Mrs. Wescott reveals to Madeline to be disgusted about the visitor.

Bent............................ (to the driver) Wait here. (walks inside)

Mrs. Shoup................ You're to wait in here, Sir. (leaves)

Bent............................ Thank you.

Wescott..................... (appears) Mr. Bent?

Bent............................ Mrs. Picard.

Wescott..................... Please, sit down.

Bent............................ Thank you. I've always been fascinated by women who wear veils, expecially when the face behind the veil is as beautiful as yours is, Mrs. Picard.

Wescott..................... You flatter me, Sir. A woman in my position needs to be careful about revealing herself.

Bent............................ Great wealth must be handled with great care. I understand that you need more food for your refugees.

Wescott..................... That is correct.

Bent............................ I think I can help you in that regard. But that is just one of the reasons I wanted to meet you.

Wescott..................... Oh?

Bent............................ A woman such as yourself, who is doing so much to help the poor women and children in Charleston is demonstrating a rare kind of patriotism.

Wescott..................... Thank you for the compliment, but I'm not sure...

Bent............................ You could help even more. A very small part of your fortune could ensure the well-being and safety of every refugee in the South.

Wescott..................... How is that, Mr. Bent?

Bent............................ By helping me to put the government into the hands of one who can win the war.

Wescott..................... Go on.

Bent............................ If the South is destroyed, all your efforts to help the poor would be crushed as well. Now, a woman of your obvious intelligence must see that the disastrous policies of Jefferson Davis have put the Confederacy in the perilous position it is in today. The Yankees in Charleston and the Yankees at the gates of Richmond.

Wescott..................... It is tragic.

Bent............................ If, on the other hand, we were led by a man of political and military brilliance, who also had an iron will, we could still force the Union to it's knees.

Wescott..................... Well, I never thought of it like that. But of course, you're right.

Bent............................ Mrs. Picard, you could be a great inspiration for a great revolution that I'm more than ready to lead.

Wescott..................... I'd like to think about what you've told me for a day or two. It's all so overwhelming.

Bent............................ I have a large company of dedicated men waiting in the wings. We are short of supplies. Time is of the essence. I don't think I can wait that long for an answer. Tomorrow morning at the latest?

Wescott..................... I'll see that you get one. Quickly.

Bent............................ Thank you. I have the feeling that we have met somewhere before.

Wescott..................... Impossible, Sir. I'd certainly remember a man like you.

Bent............................ Well, then I'll call on you again tomorrow morning for your answer. (leaves, Madeline appears)

Wescott..................... Appalling man. I wasn't sure, he'd actually leave.

Madeline.................... I'm sorry you had to go through that. But I was afraid he might recognize me. I have reasons to believe he knows what I look like.

Wescott..................... He almost seemed to recognize me. What if he's seen me on the stage?

Madeline.................... It's too dangerous. You can't see him again.

Wescott..................... The way he talked, he intends on overthrowing President Davis, and he wants you to finance it.

Madeline.................... Orry was right, Elkanah Bent has to be stopped. I'm going to try to hire a rider to take a message to Richmond. (takes out a Dollar note) Your fee.

Wescott..................... Oh, use the money for your children. Think of it as a benefit performance.

Madeline.................... Thank you. Your Robert would have been very proud of you tonight.

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11.30 - Showdown At The Cemetery

Start 1.05.28, Length 2.48

Participants:

Location: Charleston, cemetery

Madeline wants to relay this informations via a messenger to Richmond. On her way, she is intercepted by Bent who wants to force off her veil to show her face. Just in time, Rafe intercepts the struggle and fends Bent off. A shot is fired and Rafe is mortally wounded. Pedestrians get alerted and Bent has to run off.

Madeline.................... (cries out)

Bent............................ Why did you hire that acress to meet me? She was a lovely Juliet once, but I didn't quite believe her in the role of Mrs. Picard. You, however, fit the role perfectly, Mrs. Picard. I'm not gonna let you go till I've seen your face and know why you've been trying to hide it from me. Now, let's see what's under your veil. (Rafe appears, fight, shot)

Madeline.................... Rafe!

Pedestrian.................. Firearm! Get some help! He's got a gun!

Pedestrian.................. Somebody get the man with the gun!

Madeline.................... Rafe! (to the pedestrians) Get a doctor!

Pedestrian.................. Yes, Ma'am!

Rafe............................. I do love you.

Madeline.................... (crying) I know. I know.

Rafe............................. Tell me, you love me.

Madeline.................... (crying) I love you.

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11.31 - Mean Ambush

Start 1.08.16, Length 1.07

Participants:

> Ezra

> Salem Jones

> drei Überfallreiter

Location: Gelände bei Mont Royal

At Mont Royal, a mob lead by Salem Jones executes an ambush, wounds Ezra, destroys his water wheel and steals wagons with crops before they disappear as quickly as they have come.

Rider........................... Come on, let's tear it down! Heah!

Rider........................... Hey, boy! (hits Ezra down, destroys the water wheel) Get outta here!

Jones.......................... (from a distance) Get over here!

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11.32 - Tender Care

Start 1.09.23, Length 1.01

Participants:

> Ezra

> Semiramis

> Brett Hazard

Location: Mont Royal, parlor

Ezra, being carefully nursed by Semiramis, shows himself to be unbroken and offers to built a new wheel.

Brett............................ Did the bleeding stop?

Semiramis................... Mhm. These herbs are gonna heal it.

Brett............................ Ezra, drink this. It's gonna help.

Ezra............................. Thank you, Miss Brett. Sorry about what happened. Tomorrow I start on a new wheel.

Brett............................ Don't you worry about that.

Semiramis................... You need another pair of hands?

Ezra............................. I could use them, Semi.

Brett............................ (smiles) Well, seems like you're gonna be alright, Ezra.

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11.33 - Good Old Times

Start 1.10.24, Length 1.41

Participants:

> Clarissa Main

> Brett Hazard

Location: Mont Royal, Clarissa's room

Clarissa looks through old photographs and tells Brett stories from her times with Tillet.

Brett............................ Mama?

Clarissa....................... I thought, he was the handsomest man that ever lived. I still do. This was the gown I wore when we met. It was an April cotillion. 'May I have the pleasure of the next dance, Miss Clarissa?' I didn't hesitate a bit. And before I knew it, I was in his arms.

Brett............................ Oh, Mama.

Clarissa....................... After we danced, he bowed to me and said, I looked as yound and lovely as a spring morning. Your father wasn't always that sentimental. But the way he said it came right from his heart. Oh, Tillet, what happened to all our dreams? You made us all feel so safe. Oh Brett... (embrace)

Brett............................ Mama...

Clarissa....................... I'm sorry. I'm sorry.

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11.34 - Near Petersburg

Start 1.12.05, Length 2.14

Participants:

> Major Charles Main, CS

> 1st Lieutenant Jim Pickles, CS

> Statists: CS soldiers in camp

Location: CS camp, at night

In Confederate camp near Petersburg, Charles stopps his comrade Jim from leaving, who after four years of war is disillusioned by the senslessness of it, but ultimately lets him pass.

Charles....................... Where are you going, Jimmy?

Jim............................... Home, Major. It's over.

Charles....................... No, it's not! You're deserting!

Jim............................... We're beat, Charlie. Can't you see that? Grant's got us bottled up in Petersburg and he's gonna stomp us until there's more blood in the trenches than rain water. You know, Richmond can't hold out much longer. There's no more need in dying. I'm sick of it! I can't take no more. I've slept in the mud for four years. I've eaten slop day after day. I don't know if my wife and children are alive or dead. So, I'm going home, Major. You can shoot me if you want to. I'd rather die than keep on this way. You've changed, Charlie. If I was you, I'd take a real hard look at myself, before I started in on the rest of us. (walks off)

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11.35 - Sorrowful Augusta

Start 1.14.19, Length 1.21

Participants:

> Major Charles Main, CS

> Augusta Barclay

> Washington

Location: Barclay-Farm, outside

Frightened on his own behavior, Charles rides to Augusta and finds her in sorrows after Washington's son Boz has been shot by marauders.

Augusta..................... Been so long.

Charles....................... How are you, Washington?

Washington.............. I've been better, Captain Charles.

Charles....................... Where's Boz?

Washington.............. --- (looks over to the fresh grave)

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11.36 - The War Makes Dull

Start 1.15.40, Length 4.17

Participants:

> Major Charles Main, CS

> Augusta Barclay

> Washington

Location 1: Barclay-Farm, kitchen

Location 2: Barclay-Farm, outside

Charles is torn apart internally and decides to better leave again. But there is literaly no strength left to climb the saddle, so he ultimately stays one more night with Augusta.

Augusta..................... A few weeks ago, I was visiting neighbors who had a sick child. While I was gone, a party of Union soldiers came by. Boz wouldn't let them have my mare and colt, so... they shot him.

Washington.............. I was down by the river when I heard the shot. When I got back, they were riding away. And my boy was... my boy was... (spoils coffee)

Charles....................... Damn it!

Augusta..................... (to Washington) Are you alright?

Washington.............. It's my fault, Miss Augusta. I startled him. I'm fine. I'm fine. Sorry, Sir. Hope I didn't burn you none.

Charles....................... I'm sorry, Washinton.

Washington.............. Yes, Sir. Yes, Sir. (leaves)

Charles....................... Last thing I wanted to do was hurt his feelings. I'm not fit... to be around decent people.

Augusta..................... It's not you, it's the war.

Charles....................... I don't know when I can see you again. (Augusta rises) Don't.

Augusta..................... Why did you come back here?

Charles....................... I don't know. Nothing makes any sense anymore.

Augusta..................... Let me help you.

Charles....................... It's too late. (walks outside, returns, they embrace)

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11.37 - Intelligence By James

Start 1.19.57, Length 0.37

Participants:

> President Jefferson Davis, CS

> James Huntoon

> Brigadier General Orry Main, CS

> Statist: Davis' assistant

Location: Richmond, Davis' office

James Huntoon reports to Jefferson Davis on Bent's gun storage. When Orry enters, Davis orders him to secure this arsenal.

Davis.......................... I appreciate what you've done, Mr. Huntoon, especially on your own. We've had our differences, but we're both loyal to the same cause. (openes the door) Oh, Orry, so good to see you again.

Orry............................. (appears) Mr. President.

Davis.......................... I believe you know Mr. Huntoon. He's brought me some extraordinary information about illegal guns. And I felt that you would know best how to deal with it.

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11.38 - Orry And James Against Bent

Start 1.20.34, Length 9.18

Participants:

> Elkabah Bent