Van Weller (impatiently). Speak out—what did he die of?
Frans. Of ... of ... an exaggerated sense of honour.
Van Weller. Speak plainly, fellow, or I’ll give the word! Relate what happened shortly before his death.
Frans. Shortly before his death....
Van Weller. Well—be quick!
Frans. He was still alive.
Van Weller (angrily). Out!
[Andries lays on with the whip.]
Frans (quickly). Stop!
Van Weller(to Andries). Why are you not thrashing him as I told you? You hear him trying to make a fool of me!