(Nods with wide open eyes) It seems, you have grasped the essence of things.
Count
And, you see, when you have once clearly grasped this, it really doesn’t matter whether you live in Vienna or in the Puszta[3] or in Steinamanger.[4] You see, for instance … where may I put my cap? Yes, thank you … what were we talking about?
Actress
About the Puszta.
Count
Of course. Well, as I said, there isn’t much difference, whether I spend the evening in the officers’ mess or at the club. It’s all the same.
Actress
And what about love?
Count