Brauer.

But you can do that later, can't you?

Marie.

I fear I might forget it.

Brauer.

Very well; I am going down to look after the cow. Will you come, wife?

Mrs. Brauer.

[Rising and putting up her handwork.] Yes, dear.

Brauer.

[To Marie.] And one thing more,--don't you put your foot outside of the gate without an escort hereafter! Understand? Not once!