Gretel.
Here are the almonds.
(Whilst the Witch is feeding Hänsel, Gretel gets behind her and makes the gestures of disenchantment with the juniper-branch.)
Gretel (softly).
Hocus pocus, elder-bush,
Rigid body loosen, hush!
The Witch (turning suddenly round).
What were you saying, little goose?
Gretel (confusedly).
Only—much good may it do to Hans!