IRENE
I'm going to the opera. I have to make good use of the few days I shall still be here.
FELIX
Shall we see you at our house again, Miss Herms?
IRENE
Certainly.—You'll have to leave before me, won't you?
FELIX
Yes, my furlough will be up....
IRENE (as if en passant)
How long have you been an officer anyhow, Felix?