Bramble The Countess thinks she's found her dupe. She intends to get me to give my money to Desmond, and then marry Arabella to whoever she pleases. But Arabella would be in despair not to marry me. I told her to meet me here so we could take some precautions. She's on her way. Let's wait here. (stepping into the shadows)
(Enter Widow.)
Widow I can't find Desmond anywhere. Someone turned out the lights. He couldn't have given Arabella a rendez-vous here?
Bramble (aside) If Arabella agrees, I will marry her, in spite of the Countess. I've only to take her away secretly. But, what's happening?
Widow
It's Desmond, waiting for Arabella!
Bramble Arabella is following me. How lucky I am, that she's promised to marry me. Ah!
Widow
How he sighs for her. The little traitor!
Bramble
It's Arabella who's looking for me. Here I am.
Widow The resemblance of their voices always astonishes me. How I love one and hate the other.
Bramble
Am I the one you're looking for?