Antoinette. Why in the world doesn't your wife come in? (She walks toward the window.)
Paul. Very well! Let her come! (He bites his lips and turns away.)
Lene (appears in the door at the left). Mr. Warkentin ...?
Paul (startled). What is it?
Lene. Mrs. Warkentin says that she has no time now, she'll come directly.
Paul. Very well!... You may go!
Lene. Thank you, Mr. Warkentin! (She casts a glance at the two and goes out. Short pause.)
Paul (with grim humor). As you see, it is not to be, madam!
Antoinette (stands at the window with her back toward the hall). It would seem so. (Presses her face against the panes.)
Paul (walks to and fro, then approaches her). I have had to endure much, Antoinette, very much!