Part 44 (1/2)

And who may that be?

Strubel.

Why, Princess Marie Louise.

The Princess.

Of Geldern?

Strubel.

Of course.

The Princess.

Do you know her?

Strubel.

Why, certainly.

The Princess.

Really? I thought that she lived in great retirement.

Strubel.

Well, that doesn't do her any good. Not a bit of it. And because you are such a jolly, good fellow, I'm going to tell you my secret. I'm in love with this princess!

The Princess.

Oh!

Strubel.

You can't imagine what a comfort it is. The fact is, every young poet has got to have a princess to love.

The Princess.

Are _you_ a poet?

Strubel.

Can't you tell that by looking at me?

The Princess.

I never saw a poet before.

Strubel.