I’ll prove that I was.

Scene 11

Secretary (comes in weak and tottering, pressing a scarf to his breast).

Where’s Clara? Thank God I came here again. Where is she? (Sinks into a chair.)

Karl.

She went to—Why, isn’t she back yet? Her talk—I am afraid—— (Goes out.)

Sec.

She is avenged. The wretch lies—— But I too—— Why, O God! Now I can’t——

Anthony.

What’s wrong? What’s the matter with you?