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[Shaking his head.] No adventure in the world—outwardly at least. But   [Eagerly.]  But? It is true that within me there has been something of a revolution. Oh Heavens! [Soothingly, patting her hand.] Only for the better, my dear Rita. You may be perfectly certain of that. [Seats herself on the sofa.] You must tell us all about it, at once—tell us everything! [Turning to ] Yes, let us sit down, too, Asta. Then I will try to tell you as well as I can. [He seats himself on the sofa at side.  moves a chair forward, and places herself near him.

[Looking at him expectantly.] Well?