The Worldcruiser relaxed in his deckchair. He had given himself a performance, felt as if he were at a concert and thought - "as long as one has an impression of oneself one is at least entertained". But then the play had ended and the picture had disappeared. He was surprised how quickly a lively picture could disappear into nothingness. lt had all seemed so real and then it burst like a soap bubble. Even memories cannot be held forever. He was aufgewühlt - Thoughts rose up and popped on the surface. Oberfläche.