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 and exchanges a few words with some of them.

[Advancing to '' table and politely taking off his hat.''] I have the honour to wish you good morning, Mrs. Rubek.—Good morning, Professor Rubek.

Good morning, good morning, Inspector.

[Addressing himself to ] May I venture to ask if you have slept well?

Yes, thank you; excellently—for my part. I always sleep like a stone.

I am delighted to hear it. The first night in a strange place is often rather trying.—And the Professor?

Oh, my night's rest is never much to boast of—especially of late.

[With a show of sympathy.] Oh—that is a pity. But after a few weeks' stay at the Baths—you will quite get over that.