Well, let us speak on that subject which interests most deeply all who know you; let us speak of your happiness.
You sigh.

Have you already paid your tribute?
Do you realize the fleetness of all earthly bliss ?" "Ah! your majesty, an unhappy marriage is the most bitter offering that can be made to experience," sighed Madame von Kliest.

"My life was indeed wretched until released by your kindness from that bondage." "Ah, yes, it is true you are divorced.

When and upon whom will you now bestow this small, white hand ?" Louise looked up astonished.

"What!" she stammered, confused, "your majesty means--" "That you will certainly marry again.