"Because your throat is in good condition some days—in perfect condition."
"It's the colds then—and the slight attacks of colds?"
"Certainly."
"If I did not catch colds—if I kept perfectly well—could I rely on my voice?"
"But that's impossible," said he.
"Why?"
"You're not strong enough."
"Then I haven't the physical strength for a career?"
"That—and also you are lacking in muscular development. But after several years of lessons—"
"If I developed my muscles—if I became strong—"