Aunt Clara (also on the way to the door, stops a moment and folds her hands). If he really is here, praise and thanks to God!
Lene (appears in the door at the right). They are coming, Miss Clara, they are coming!
Aunt Clara (busy again). Why are you still there? Out with you and help the guests take off their wraps!
Lene. Why, I'm doing that very thing, Miss!
[Goes off.]
Aunt Clara (calling after her). And keep the coffee in readiness, when I ring.
[She also goes out at the right, leaves the door slightly open behind her. Voices are heard outside. Brief silence. Then the door is opened wide. Paul, Hella, von Glyszinski, Aunt Clara appear in the door. Paul has taken off his coat and hat outside. Hella wears a fur coat and toque. Glyszinski wears a hat and heavy winter overcoat, turned up over his ears.]
Glyszinski Well, if it's all right with you, I prefer to go to my room for the present.
Paul. As you please. Aunt Clara will show you the way upstairs. Won't you, Auntie?
Aunt Clara. Yes, I'll be glad to show the gentleman up.