Vennema. I am sure, your return will be her cure.
Van Elst [who has listened attentively throughout the whole conversation]. Madam, permit me also to thank you for this resolve to return home. You are going to make many hearts joyful because of your decision.
Louise. I hope so.
Sophie [enters]. Is there anything you wish, madam?
Louise. Pack my traveling bag. Get my black hat and gray coat. I am leaving at once.
Sophie. Very well, madam, but....
Louise. Lose no time about it. I'm in a hurry.
Sophie. A lady called to see, madam, and I told her you were engaged.
Louise. What did she want? Did she say?
Sophie. She said she would come back. She insisted on speaking with you.