In this short scene, Shmoop introduces us to the young man who has just returned from the war. He tells us that he is a reborn man, and that he plans to go to a foreign country for a week to meet with some important people. He asks to be kissed by his new love, who is waiting for him at the train station. The two of them exchange a few brief words, and then the two men part ways, leaving the scene in a state of suspense.