My paws are dirty, children.

Kneir.

That’s nothing. A little dry sand doesn’t matter—will you sit down?

Bos.

Glad to do so—Yes, Kneir, my girl, we’re getting older every day—Good day, little niece.

Jo.

Good day, Meneer. [Points, laughing, to her hands.] You see——

Bos.

Have you put on gloves for the dance?

Jo.