Maia.
I think now that it was on account of that pale lady.
Professor Rubek.
Madame von Satow——!
Maia.
Yes, she who is always hanging at our heels. Yesterday evening she made her appearance up here too.
Professor Rubek.
But what in all the world——!
Maia.
Oh, I know you knew her very well indeed—long before you knew me.