They pass instantly and disappear.

But I repeat, do you mean well by my girl ?" "Before God and His angels I love her; before all mankind I would gladly declare it.

Gretchen shall never come to harm at these hands.

I swear it." "I believe you." The old woman's form relaxed its tenseness.
"Thanks, grandmother," said Gretchen.

"Now, read what my hand says." The old woman took the hand.