So you will be married and you will be very, very happy—and I shall be happy, too, because it is my own idea, and I have picked out a nice girl for you—pretty and clever—

[KARL bows silent acquiescence.

And now—

[Goes up and knocks on back of chair—business of entering imaginary door, etc. She speaks in an everyday voice, in marked contrast to former tone.

How do you do, Professor? I have come to have my portrait painted.

KARL, quite enthusiastic, R. C.

Last night I made a sketch of you from memory.... Oh, I've made lots of sketches of you; but now, now I see you in another light.

OLGA, R.

How do you mean?

KARL