DREISSIGER
The cat-o'-nine tails is what should be taken to the beggarly pack.
SUPERINTENDENT
You're right, quite right. We must institute an example.
KUTSCHE, the policeman, enters and salutes. The door is open, and the sound of heavy steps stumbling up the stair is heard.
KUTSCHE
I have to inform you, sir, that we have arrested a man.
DREISSIGER
[To SUPERINTENDENT.] Do you wish to see the fellow?