SHISHGÁLEV. That's the truth, just preference. But usually they have tables with drinks and refreshments—just as it should be. They play, and then they take a bite, and so they pass the time.
BABÁYEV. And do they all drink, from six o'clock on?
SHISHGÁLEV. Oh, no, by no means! Only the dealer, or some one who has to pay a fine.
BABÁYEV. Then, my dear sir, I can't help it. I've got to wait.
SHISHGÁLEV. Just wait awhile, sir. On Monday you will please appear in court, and we'll arrange the matter without delay.
BABÁYEV. Very well, I will be in court on Monday. But you'll have some writing to do for me. Then I'll give you—as is proper—I don't like any one to labor for me for nothing.
SHISHGÁLEV. My family is large, Your Honor——
BABÁYEV. What's that?
SHISHGÁLEV. Do have the kindness to bestow a little something——
BABÁYEV. Really, I don't know; how's that? How much do you want?