Beata.

Shall we have luncheon? Völkerlingk, you can join us when you've had your caviare. (Richard makes a gesture refusing the hors-d'œ uvre.)

Brachtmann (aside to the Prince).

Well?

Prince.

Irreproachable, as usual.

Brachtmann.

Thank God! (They all seat themselves.)

Prince (to Baron Ludwig).

I can't make your brother out. You know him better than we do. Look at his face--what's the matter with him?