Girard
May he see her half-married to the Baron.
Widow
Completely married, if necessary.
Girard
Completely? Hell, no!
Widow
He's coming.
Girard
My insurance which I well know how to use—
(Enter Baron. Girard presents a packet to the Baron.)
Girard I am returning from the post office and I have the honor to give the gentleman what he asked me to bring.
(Exit Girard.)
Baron (to Widow) Neighbor, my love is going to make me despair. Lisette intends to leave.
Widow I take the place of mother to her. I guarantee her tender, wise, and sincere. You don't know how much she is worth. She wants a contract, that's her only fault. And, you don't wish to make one.