Anton.—At least be careful and do not smear your hands with the powder.
SCENE III.
The same. Stella.
Stella (entering, notices Anton).—Ah, excuse me.
Doctor.—Mr. Anton Zuk, a friend of mine. (Anton bows.) What is your wish, princess?
Stella.—You told me to stay in bed and it is so hard to lie down.
Mrs. Czeska went to the chapel and I escaped. Do you approve?
Doctor.—I cannot help it, princess, although I would like to scold you like a disobedient child. A few moments ago some one else begged for you also.
Stella.—Who was it?
Doctor.—Count Drahomir. And he begged so earnestly that I promised him that I would allow you to leave the bed. He wishes to have a talk with you to-day, because he will not be able to see you again.
Stella (aside).—What does it mean?