Reiss. But he is so obstinate in pursuit of the cause, and will--
P. Coun. He cannot gain it.
Reiss. I think so. But then he has engaged that old foolish lawyer Wellenberg, that--
P. Coun. A fool, and a pedant.
Reiss. True! But then he is such a conscientious fellow; and, besides, you know he is called the champion of the poor and the guardian of orphans.
P. Coun. I have his opinion in my study. Mere declamation! nothing else. Your answer is sound, legal, and argumentative, and then the testamentary disposition is so plain that it cannot be set aside. If you were inclined to make the plaintiff a present--
Reiss. O yes, O yes! notwithstanding I am very economical; for all that I acquire is solely intended for my child, and when it shall please heaven to call me, it will devolve to you, my dear Sir.
P. Coun. Very kind;--but-- Enter Lewis.
Lew. The widow Rieder--
P. Coun. Some other time.