[Embracing Gertrude.] Will you forgive me, darling?

Gertrude.

[Timidly.] I have nothing to forgive!

Marie.

Do not say that! I have done everything--everything--you must----

[Enter all.]

Brauer.

Well, my dear Pastor, time stands still for no one; so you had better stop excusing yourself and empty your glass. 'Twill all come out right in the end.

Pastor.

I think I had better go now; for here every one is making fun of me.