Marie.
[Quickly takes key from board.] George, take this key and lock the garden gate after her, so she does not return. [George exits. Marie looks after them, then slowly returns to the table, leans against same, and stares vacantly. Knock is heard at door L.]
Marie.
[Mechanically.] Come in!
Servant.
[Trying the door from the outside.] The door is locked!
[Marie opens the door.]
Servant.
[Enters with dishes.] It is time to lay the table for supper--will you help me, please? Why, what's the matter? You are not listening to me----