Amazili. (To Idali) What do you think,—shall we venture?
Idali. You step first, and I will follow.
Amazili. No, you are the oldest.
Idali. But you got over the wall first.
Amazili. Yes; but it was you that first spied the breach.
Juan. The contest may easily be decided. (He steps between them, and draws them both after him) Now you may safely swear that neither took the first step.
Amazili. Ah, Idali! he has laid such fast hold of me!
Idali. And of me too!
Juan. Be quiet, dear children! no harm shall happen to you. (He chucks Idali under the chin) You are blooming as a rose. (Turning to Amazili) And you, as—as—as—