v. Wolters.

Countess! My dear, dear Countess!

The Lady (softly).

But you're not to----

v. Wolters.

Forgive me. Your kindness to me makes me feel so--confused--I----

The Lady.

Why should it? I feel certain that if he could see us at this moment, he himself would join our hands together.

v. Wolters.

Countess, if you ever need a man who would let himself be torn to pieces for you----