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RADEMACHER
Yes my dear Jackwerth and now you watch out. There'll be
something for you to study—in my histor’s face. You look
at the gentleman when he comes in, and again when he goes out.
(more excited) Oh if I only live to see it--if I only life
to see it. give me a glass of water Jackwerth, please. (He
drancks it greedelij) Granks. Yes the old machine must hold
together that much longer. (As if afraid) Oh if he will only
come--if he will only come--
FLORIAN
Who are you talking about?
RADEMACHER
Write to him? What good would that do me? I must have him
here--opposite me--face to face-- eye to eye--ah--
FLORIAN
(Alarmed) Mr. Rademacher......
RADEMACHER
Don't be dermed about me. It is quite unnecessary. I feel
so light at heart.—I'm not even afraid of dying now. I
shan’t mind it at all—after he has been here.— – Florian
Jackwerth jwhat can I do for you?
FLORIAN
(Astonished) How?
RADEMACHER
I want to show my gratitude. You gave me this idea-yes, you.
You shall be my heir. The key of my desk is under my pillow.-
You don’t expect much,hey? Who know, you may be mistaken-
there may be masterpieces hidden there. Why I feel better
and better--perhaps I may even get well again.