Marie.

But if you shouldn't, what then? No, no, I will not allow it! I will not! I had such a fright last night.

Gertrude.

[Goes up to the other door and turns back once more.] Marie, you are not angry with me?

Marie.

[Embracing her.] My darling!!!

Gertrude.

Then I will go that way! [Looks all around.] Give my love to George!

Marie.

But I won't see him, dear----