Lyngstrand.

Oh, some miracle or other might happen. A happy turn of fate—or something of that sort. For I am convinced that fortune is on my side.

Boletta.

[With animation.] Yes, that is right! Surely you[you] think so!

Lyngstrand.

Yes, I am perfectly convinced of it. And then—in a few years—when I come home again a famous sculptor, with plenty of money, and as well as possible——

Boletta.

Yes, yes; let us hope you will.

Lyngstrand.

You may be quite sure of it—if only you think faithfully and warmly of me while I am away in the South. And that you have promised to do.