Bernick.

Am I in the habit of changing my mind?

Aune.

Then to-morrow I should have lost the place that rightly belongs to me in my home and family—lost my influence among the workmen—lost all my chances of helping them as are lowly and down-trodden?

Bernick.

We have discussed that point long ago, Aune.

Aune.

Then the Indian Girl must sail.

[A short pause.

Bernick.