Apollonie, who knew from Maezli where the master was, went towards the terrace.

When she saw the sick man, she was completely overcome by memories of former times.

She only said shakily, "Oh, Baron, Baron! I cannot bear this! It is my fault that you have no proper room or bed! And ill and suffering as you are!" Apollonie could get no further for sobs and tears.
The Baron shook her hand kindly.

"What is the matter, Mrs.Apollonie?
We have always been good friends.

What do you mean ?" He then heard from Apollonie that it had been the Baroness' wish to leave the whole house unchanged on account of his possible return.