Maezli was of the firm opinion that she had to entertain the guest, so she would relate fragments of funny things she knew, passing from one to another.

In this way Leonore got to hear of the Knippel family.

The time passed so quickly that loud laments were heard when the mother announced that it was time for Leonore to retire.

She did not want her strength to be overtaxed on her first day out of bed.
"We shall have many more days after this when we can be together," she added.

"Let us be glad of that." "There might not be so many, for I feel quite well already," Leonore said with a sigh.
Mrs.Maxa smiled.
"We must thank God for that.