Muhlingk Monologue from Honor: A Play in Four Acts

From Honor: A Play in Four Acts by Hermann Sudermann

male · defiant · 1:10 min

Ah! very good, very good. But I was not referring to you. The girl's name is Alma. (Frau Heinecke: That's it. And a mighty pretty girl, if I do say it myself.) Ah! it is always pleasing to see children who make their parents happy. But there is one thing that I don't like--your daughter has taken advantage of the fact that I have allowed you to occupy my house, and has established illicit relations with my son. Frankly, I expected a little more gratitude. (Frau Heinecke: Oh, Herr Councillor!) In order to sever all connection whatsoever between your house and mine, I offer you a cash compensation--which you, my dear Heinecke, and your daughter Alma, may divide, with the understanding that half will go to her as a dowry, as soon as she finds someone who--((Laughs discreetly.)) Well, you understand! Until then, the entire sum will be at your disposal. Do you agree?

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