Rita.

Yes. Asta—she took him to her heart—from the moment that happened—that miserable fall.

Allmers.

If she did so, she did it in love.

Rita.

[Vehemently.] That is just it! I cannot endure to share anything with any one! Not in love.

Allmers.

We two should have shared him between us in love.

Rita.

[Looking scornfully at him.] We? Oh, the truth is you have never had any real love for him either.