The Magician Soldier

Here, do things properly, and do not worry.

What are you doing there?

Nothing, Madam, nothing.

SCENE X.

In truth, Madam, the more I reflect on the nature of your commitment, the more I see that there are ways to free you from the yoke.

How is that?

The laws offer you two. The first would be a fine and proper separation of body and property...

A separation! What expedient are you proposing to me there?

You are right, that would not suffice, and despite the wrongs your husband has done you.

In separating yourself from him,
You would only have more annoyance:
In separating yourself from him,
Would he be any less your husband?
A spouse has rights over his wife;
One would need, to avoid blame,