DAUGHTER (with a sophisticated air). Into the monastery? Yes, now I come to think of it, perhaps it's best.
STRANGER. You think so?
DAUGHTER (with pity, but good-will.) I mean, if you've a ruined life behind you.... (Coaxingly.) Now you look sad. Tell me one thing.
STRANGER. Tell me one thing, my child, that's been worrying me more than anything else. You've a stepfather?
DAUGHTER. Yes.
STRANGER. Well?
DAUGHTER. He's very good and kind.
STRANGER. With every virtue that I lack....
DAUGHTER. Aren't you glad we've got into better hands?
STRANGER. Good, better, best! Why do you come here bare-headed?