Chapter 24

Jozwowicz alone--then Anton.

Doctor.--The men who have not such sons are great! Ha! ha! ha!

Anton (rushing in).--You are here? Here are your receipts for the money. Why are you laughing?

Doctor.--Miliszewski has gone to challenge Pretwic.

Anton.--Are they crazy?

Doctor.--What an opinion she would have of Pretwic if he were to quarrel with such an idiot!

Anton.--You have done it.

Doctor.--I told you that I shall assist nature.

Anton.--Do as you please; I withdraw.

Doctor.--Good-bye. Or no, I am going also. I must prevent the adventure from going too far.

Anton.--I wanted to tell you that I must buy some food for my children. I will return the money--later on. Is it all right?

Doctor.--How can you ask? (Goes out.)