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Yes, I have just been thinking about that, and in my opinion we should go someplace else,
where there are not so many people.
Why? Is my pretty cousin shy of people?
ADOLF.
LOUISE.
No, but I am not fond of rubbing elbows with my fellow townsmen in the woods.
Now, that is not such a great calamity.
BRANDT.
LOUISE.
No, for God's sake! Copenhageners are worthy of respect, yes even charming in their
daily life, at their businesses, and when they are at home. But they are unbearable when
they go out to enjoy themselves . . . . You see my shoe, Cousin?
ADOLF.
Yes, I see that you also wear violet shoes, like your sister.
LOUISE.
Your eyes must be dazzled. You have never seen my sister with violet shoes. These are
hers I have on. We got so busy making your room ready that by mistake I put them on . .
. . By the way, you could tie my shoelace, which I see has come loose.
I shall do so with the greatest pleasure.
ADOLF.
BRANDT (jumps up).
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