MARIE

[Embraces JULIE, weeping.] It’s the best thing that could have happened to you, Julie, the best thing.

JULIE

Don’t cry, Marie. [MARIE and WOLF exit.]

MOTHER HOLLUNDER

I’ll make a little black coffee. You haven’t had a thing to eat today. Then you’ll come home with us. [MOTHER HOLLUNDER and her son exit. MRS. MUSKAT comes over to JULIE.]

MRS. MUSKAT

Would you mind if I—looked at him?

JULIE