Norbert.

On a journey? Now? Just as you----

Richard (nods).

This is between ourselves. But meanwhile, try to see Aunt Beata for a moment. I want you to tell her--but stay, I'll write. (He seats himself at the writing-table and begins to write.)

Enter George.

George.

His Excellency Baron Ludwig von Völkerlingk.

Enter Baron Ludwig. Richard starts up, pleased and surprised.

George.

The evening papers, your Excellency. (He puts them down and goes out.)