That's mighty nice of you, Karl.

[Rises, goes L. C.

But no! even if you really mean it—which you don't—

[Makes an effort to control herself.

KARL, interrupting

Mimi!

MIMI

No, Karl; I'd only keep you back—you must marry in your own set.

[Changes tone.

But don't run away—with—with anybody. Good-bye.——-