Hella. I'll see you later. (She goes toward the right.)
Paul (struggles for composure, then suddenly). Hella! For my sake ... Do not go. Stay here!
Hella (turns to him). No, Paul, one should not force himself to do such things. Put the responsibility upon your father! I am not to blame. I am only acting as I must. You would do the same. [Off at the right.]
Paul (beside himself). It's well that you are reminding me of that.
Aunt Clara (approaches). Shall I remove your wife's plate?
Paul. Yes, take the plate away.
Aunt Clara. Have you seen the Laskowskis?
Paul. Yes, at the cemetery, Auntie. I shall go now and call the guests. (Goes off.)
[Aunt Clara walks toward the right, shaking her head, then pulls the bell.]
Lene (comes in from the right, behind the scene). What is it. Miss Clara?