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Rh * noticed a dog jumping up and being caressed by a young woman?
 * Wife.—Oh, yes, when we were searching for our present house?
 * Husband.—Yes, yes. I fancy that house we saw then had about four rooms. How much do you suppose one would have to pay for such a house?
 * Wife.—(does not reply.)
 * Husband.—We would need about ¥2,000 if we wanted to buy it. (At this moment the first maidservant appears.)
 * Maid.—Excuse me, but it is time for you to go.
 * Husband.—Oh, very well. (He rises mechanically. The wife remains where she is sitting, and gazes absentmindedly towards the sea upon which the dusk and haze of evening are creeping.)