Mother. There is a big wood near the house, where you can practise that.
Father. And a waterfall—if you are anxious to emulate Demosthenes.
Laura. Axel, dear—are you out of your mind?
Axel. No, but I think I soon shall be.
Mother. Is there anything wrong?
Axel. Yes, a great deal.
Mother. What is it? Some unpleasant news by post?
Axel. No, not that—but I am unhappy.
Mother. Two days after your wedding?
Father. You have a very odd way of showing it.