AMELIA.
Yes, dear papa. But my tutor has always told me that birth and fortune are inconsiderable things, and cannot give happiness.
BARON.
There he is right—But if it happens that birth and fortune are joined with sense and virtue——
AMELIA.
But is it so with Count Cassel?
BARON.
Hem! Hem! [Aside.] I will ask you a few questions on this subject; but be sure to answer me honestly—Speak truth.
AMELIA.
I never told an untruth in my life.
BARON.
Nor ever conceal the truth from me, I command you.
AMELIA.
[Earnestly.] Indeed, my lord, I never will.
BARON.
I take you at your word—And now reply to me truly—Do you like to hear the Count spoken of?
AMELIA.
Good, or bad?
BARON.
Good. Good.