Countess.—We must bid the prince good-bye. Jan, get ready. Good-bye, dear Stella. Good-bye, my child. (To her son.) Kiss the princess's hand.
SCENE III.
The same.
Jozwowicz.—Your Highness must excuse me if I am too late, but I was obliged to receive the delegates.
Countess.—What delegates are here? Jan, go ahead.
Doctor (saluting).—Count, you must hasten, they are leaving.
Podczaski.—I am Your Highness's servant. (Countess, Jan, Podczaski go out. Stella and Mrs. Czeska follow them.)
SCENE IV.
Jozwowicz. Prince. (A moment of silence.)
Prince (rapping with his stick).—I forbid you to become a member of parliament.