Erica Grünlich

V

Their three-year-old daughter, present briefly at breakfast before being taken to the playroom, a symbol of the domestic life Tony finds burdensome.

VII

Mentioned as being in the nursery, well and playing with her doll. She is the child whose future is indirectly at stake in Tony's decision.

IX

Tony's daughter, who reminds Tony too much of Grünlich. Tony plans to leave her with Sesemi Weichbrodt during her trip.

Chapter VI

A joyful child, hunting for butterflies and flowers, delighted by paper serviettes. Noted to resemble her father, Grünlich, in looks.

VIII

Lives with Tony and Permaneder in Munich, going to school. She is part of Tony's monotonous daily routine.

IX

Returns with her mother, Tony, from Berlin, a silent witness to the family crisis.

I

The bride, somewhat overshadowed by her mother's forceful personality during the engagement and move. Marries Director Hugo Weinschenk in a formal ceremony.

Part IX

Mentioned as being confused and distressed by her husband Weinschenk's behavior, having confessed her doubts to her mother Tony with tears.

IV

Erica Weinschenk dutifully answers her mother's question about following her husband, but is ultimately abandoned by him. She and her daughter remain living with her mother Tony.

IV

Present but resigned; her weary submission noted as her strongest characteristic.