And no quarreling this time, Marie!

Marie.

Yes, papa.

Gertrude.

[On the veranda.] There, there, look! The first bonfire!!

[Singing and laughter is heard in distance. A red glow is seen.]

Mrs. Brauer.

Have you taken care, Mr. Paul, to keep them far enough away from the sheds?

Paul.

Yes, Mrs. Brauer!