Van Elst. If he is anything of a man, if he is a man of honor, then he will stay away. If not, there is the law. But I believe it can be arranged although she loves him very much.
Vennema. Let's not speak of it any more. She will change slowly, and so the past will be forgotten.
Sophie [enters with a traveling bag]. Oh, isn't Madam here?
Vennema. She will be back very shortly.
Sophie. Here's the bag. Everything is ready. [Puts Louise's things on the table.]
Louise [enters very simply dressed with a letter in her hand]. Here I am. [To Sophie.] Have you packed everything?
Sophie. Yes, everything is ready.
Louise. Help me then.
[Sophie helps Louise with her coat.]
Louise. Mail this letter for me. [The bell rings downstairs.] Go and see who it is. I am not at home to anybody now.