Mother, mother dear, what has happened? What is it? Papa is so excited and talks to himself so strangely--and you--oh, mother!
Beata (smiling).
Well what have I done?
Ellen.
If I tell you, you won't--won't stay away? You'll come and lean over my bed every night--just as you've always done?
Beata (surprised).
Then you're awake--when I come?
Ellen.
Always, always. I never go to sleep till I've heard you.
Beata.