Argon (aside) The Widow is already far away. Let's Let's penetrate this mystery. From scorn, I have banished all animosity. I return solely from curiosity, to see what reasons you will have to give me.
Lisette Permit me to laugh, seeing you so angry. What? Didn't you see what my plan was?
Argon (enraged)
No, I didn't see it, and all subterfuge is in vain.
Lisette I told the Baron the truth, without ruse or subterfuge, for fear he would continue in his mistake. I didn't wish to deceive him.
Argon (still enraged)
I understand perfectly. But, why speak to me as to him? To refuse me?
Me? Me?
Lisette Let's talk about him first. You see me delighted. I have punished that liar the way I have quite wanted to.
Argon (still enraged)
But me, me?
Lisette
Patience. He wanted to marry me today, and my father is on his side.
And you wanted the jealous Widow to see that I love you and will marry
you. If they knew that I can love you they would get me locked up.
Argon
Ha! Ha!
Lisette Truly, I would have completely spoiled the mystery. You told me yourself before to keep quiet.