Frau Heinecke (Pouring out coffee) This furniture 'd be too good for some people! But when we have such fine visitors and such a distinguished gentleman for a son, and such an awful talented daughter----
Robert. Alma?
Heinecke. Yessir! We did everything for our girl we were able to do.
Frau Heinecke. And you always sent money----
Robert. So that she should have a proper schooling, and learn millinery and bookkeeping. That's what we agreed on.
Frau Heinecke. Yes--that was before--!
Robert. Before? Hasn't she the same position now?
Frau Heinecke. Not for the last six months.
Robert. What is she doing now?
Heinecke. (Proudly) She is cultivating her voice!