"That role of 'Mary' is a trifle too sentimental . . ." added Janina after a longer silence.
"To me it seemed merely lyrical," answered Wladek.
"I should like some time to play 'Ophelia.'"
"Are you familiar with Hamlet?" asked Wladek, somewhat surprised.
"During the last two years I have read nothing but dramas and dreamed of the stage," she answered simply.
"Truly it is worth bending the knee before such enthusiasm!"
"Why? All that is necessary is to help it, to give it a field, an opportunity. . . ."
"If I only could. . . . Believe me when I say, that with my whole heart I desire to see you reach the heights of art."
"I believe you," Janina answered in a quieter tone. "And I thank you very much for Doctor Robin."
"May I copy out the role for you?"