VON KELLER.

[In great embarrassment.] Yes, it was--

SCHWARTZE.

Why should she run away from me? Magda!

VON KELLER.

[Trying to block his path.] Had you not better-- The young lady wished to be alone for a little!

SCHWARTZE.

Now? Why? When one has visitors, one does not-- Why should she--

VON KELLER.

She was a little--agitated.