THE MAKROPOULOS SECRET
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Gregor
And the verdict?
Kolonaty
Not till this afternoon. My dear Sir, you must have patience. Have you had your dinner?
Vitek
Oh, Lord, Lord!
Kolonaty
What is it?
Vitek
Too bad! Such a beautiful case!
Gregor
[Sitting down]
To wait again. Oh!
Kristina
Come on, Papa.
Kolonaty
Well, Kristina, and how are you getting along? It’s nice to see you again.
Gregor
Tell me frankly, what are our chances?
Kolonaty
La, la.
Gregor
But?
Kolonaty
Listen, my friend. Did I ever give you any hopes?
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