[Softly, with a melancholy smile.] I want to make my peace with the great, open eyes, you see.

Allmers.

[Struck, fixing his eyes upon her.] Perhaps, I could join you in that? And help you, Rita?

Rita.

Would you?

Allmers.

Yes—if I were only sure I could.

Rita.

[Hesitatingly.] But then you would have to remain here.

Allmers.