[A little hurt and jarred.] Perhaps this lady has been one of your models, Rubek? Search your memory.
Professor Rubek.
[Looks cuttingly at her.] My models!
Maia.
[With a provoking smile.] In your younger days, I mean. You are said to have had such innumerable models—long ago, of course.
Professor Rubek.
[In the same tone.] Oh no, little Frau Maia. I have in reality had only one single model. One and one only—for everything I have done.
The Inspector.
[Who has turned away and stands looking out to the left.] If you’ll excuse me, I think I will take my leave. I see some one coming whom it is not practically agreeable to meet. Especially in the presence of ladies.
Professor Rubek.