Wangel.

Full confidence, dear. A life in common—such as we used to live.

Ellida.

Oh, if that could only be! But it’s so utterly impossible!

Wangel.

I think I understand you. From certain things you have let fall now and then, I believe I do.

Ellida.

[Vehemently.] No you don’t! Don’t say that you understand——!

Wangel.

Oh yes. Yours is an upright nature, Ellida. You have a loyal heart.