Beata.
Michael, I don't understand you. You have never shut me out from your counsels. Hitherto, if I have taken part in your discussions, it was because you wished me to; to-day I have a right to be here.
Kellinghausen.
My dear child, don't you always have your way? If Richard doesn't object----
Richard.
Whatever you wish----
Beata.
But first I want to give you a piece of good news. Norbert and Ellen are engaged.
Kellinghausen (his face lighting up).
Ha? What? Those two children? I saw it coming, bless their hearts!--but I'd no notion--where are they, Beata? (Goes to door, left.)