And in the second place, I will have none other than you. We will love each other very much. At first you will be my playmate--and then--later, perhaps--my real mate. Are you satisfied?
Gertrude.
Yes, dear!
George.
And now, you must go to bed!
Gertrude.
Then I will wrap myself in my hair--and I will dream of you and what you said--that it is beautiful--and so I will fall asleep. Good-night, George dear!
George.
[Kisses her on the forehead.] Good-night!
[He gloomily takes position at table with a sigh when Gertrudeexits, covering his face with his hands. Marie enters softly.]