[Laughingly caressing her mama.] There, you see, mama, dear, not even a single meal can you eat without her.

[George von Harten enters.]

Brauer.

Well, at last you have aroused yourself; you----

George.

[Interrupts him, tapping his hand.] There, softly, softly, dear uncle; don't begin scolding so early in the morning.

Brauer.

Don't you think it's pretty near time to call me father, my boy?

George.

Not until after the wedding, dear uncle.--Good-morning, auntie. [Kissing her hand.] Well, little one? [Kissing her.]