Kellinghausen.

Dr. Kahlenberg.

The Doctor.

I will notify him at once. Permit me to offer my sympathy.

Kellinghausen.

Thank you, doctor. (Shakes his hand and accompanies him to the door. The doctor goes out. Baron Ludwig shakes Kellinghausen's hand silently, nods to Richard and withdraws.)

Richard.

Thank you, Michael--for letting me be with her----

Kellinghausen.

Read this. (Hands him Beata's letter.)