v. Wolters.

Pardon me, Countess, but you yourself asked. (She nods. A short pause.)

The Lady.

Good heavens--these curtains over the mirrors! They make me feel as if I were looking a blind man in the eyes!

v. Wolters.

Would you like to have me remove them?

The Lady.

No, no. Never mind. I want to ask you something, Herr von Wolters. Tell me, what do you think of me?

v. Wolters (confused).

What do you mean, Countess?