FELIX
I had not the slightest idea that the figure of that woman was meant for Irene Herms.
WEGRAT
Twenty-five years have passed since he painted that picture. It caused a tremendous sensation at the time. It was his first big success. And to-day I suppose there are lots of people who no longer remember his name.—Come to think of it, I asked Irene Herms about him. But strange to say, not even his "perennial best girl" could tell where in this world he happens to be straying.
FELIX
I talked with him only a few days ago.
WEGRAT
What? You have seen Julian Fichtner? He was in Salzburg?—When?
FELIX
Only about three or four days ago. He looked me up, and we spent the evening together.