Red Fox. What does she wish now?

Hans. She wishes to live in a beautiful palace.

Red Fox. Go home, little Hans. It shall be as she wishes.

Scene VIII—At Home

Hans. Why are you unhappy again, little sister?

Gretchen. Why should I be happy? I am tired of this palace. There is only one thing that would make me happy. Go to the Red Fox. Tell him I must have the great silver ball that hangs over us in the sky.

Hans. Be satisfied, dear sister. We are quite happy as we are.

Gretchen. No, no. I will not be satisfied. You must do as I tell you.

Scene IX—In the Woods

Red Fox. How now, brother Hans? Is it not well with you?