MAGDA.

[Mockingly.] You're too modest, Pastor. And now since I have seen you all--[Puts on her mantle.]

[Quickly, aside.] You must keep her.

I? If you are powerless, how can I--

Try!

[Constraining himself, with embarrassment.] Pardon me, madam, it seems very officious of me--if I--will you give me a few moments' interview?