The Avenged Women or The Feigned Infidelities (1775) - Page 15

THE PRESIDENT.

He was passing by.

M. LEK.

We were passing by.

THE PRESIDENT.

We seem struck with extreme surprise.

Madame RISS.

But, gentlemen, let us begin,

By setting the table; and all these reasons
Will have their turn.

M. LEK.

That is true; let us begin.

THE PRESIDENT.

Let us begin.

M. LEK.

I am thirsty.

THE PRESIDENT.

I am hungry.

Madame RISS.

Gallant as you are,

You will want to help me, and, without any fuss,
Go fetch the glasses, the plates;
They are in that room.

THE PRESIDENT.

Let us go together.

M. LEK.

Let us go.

A kiss, as a token, for the faithful servant.

THE PRESIDENT.

I do not want to leave you here with her.

MADAME RISS.

As long as they are occupied, I have little fear of their torment;