THERESA.

That's what I don't know.

MRS. SCHWARTZE.

Then just give our regards, and say that the Lieutenant has not come yet.

FRANZISKA.

He is on duty till twelve. After that he'll come.

[Exit Theresa. As she opens the door, a great noise is heard in the hall,--a man's voice and a woman's disputing in Italian.]

MRS. SCHWARTZE.

Listen to that! [Speaking outside.] Just you wait. Your Signora'll be here soon. [Shuts the door.] Ah! And now, breakfast. What do you think she drinks?

FRANZISKA.