Kaps.

“Four deck beams, two spars, five”——

Mathilde.

[Giving him a tap.] Finish your reading later.

Kaps.

Yes, Mevrouw.

Bos.

[Impatiently.] I have no time now.

Mathilde.

Then make time. I have written the circular for the tower bell. Say, ring up the Burgomaster.