[Jumps up, affecting delighted surprise, goes forward to ANNA'S table, and holds out his hand to her across it.] That's sensible, Miss. You and I think alike in this matter. Give me your hand on it. We'll both remain single.
ANNA
[Blushing scarlet, gives him her hand.] But you are married already!
TRAVELLER
Not a bit of it. I only pretend to be. You think so because I wear a ring. I only have it on my finger to protect my charms against shameless attacks. I'm not afraid of you, though. [He puts the ring into his pocket.] But tell me, truly, Miss, are you quite determined never, never, never, to marry?
ANNA
[Shakes her head.] Oh, get along with you!
MRS. WELZEL
You may trust her to remain single unless something very extra good turns up.