Do not say that, madame; for when the time has come when all our wishes and hopes and desires are concentrated upon a small quantity of sweets, our sufferings are near the end. And now, adieu. Miss Marie, adieu.
Marie.
[Preoccupied.] Adieu.
[Pastor exits, accompanied by Brauer .]
[Gertrude enters.]
Mrs. Brauer.
Don't be afraid dear, no one will scold you.
Gertrude.
Oh mama, I'm so ashamed of myself. When he arrived he seemed so jolly--and now--I am sure he is offended.