I don’t need to ask if——[Pours the dram.]

Cob.

No—no—go ahead—just a little more.

Jo.

There!—now it is running over.

Cob.

No matter, I shan’t spill a drop. [Bends trembling to the table. Lips to the glass, sucks up the liquor.] He, he, he!

Daan.

Ginger cake? If you please. [Yawns.]

Marietje.