For we must have two witnesses.--Do you know what I would like? [Tapping him on breast.] I would like to be able to look in there.
Gertrude.
Oh, let him alone, papa! He is now my George. If I am satisfied with him----
Brauer.
You are right! He who gets my child can laugh--but he also shall laugh. Understand? [Exit R.]
Gertrude.
Never mind him, George dear. You need not laugh if you don't want to. Not on my account. [Bells.] Do you hear, George? The church bells, ringing softly, singing, like human voices!!!! That is for you and me!!
George.
Why for us?