ADELAIDE.
At least he sometimes said so.
COLONEL.
Since then this Bolz has become queer. His mode of life is said to be irregular, and I fear his morals are pretty loose. He is Oldendorf's evil genius.
ADELAIDE.
That would be a pity!—No, I do not believe it!
COLONEL. What do you not believe, Adelaide?
ADELAIDE (smiling).
I do not believe in evil geniuses. What has gone wrong between you and Oldendorf can be set right again. Enemies today, friends tomorrow—that is the way in politics; but Ida's feelings will not change so quickly. Colonel, I have brought with me a beautiful design for a dress. That new dress I mean to wear this winter as bridesmaid.