Chantecler
[Who has reached the Pheasant-hen’s side.] Out so early?
The Pheasant-hen
To see the daybreak.
Chantecler
[With repressed emotion.] Ah—?
The Pheasant-hen
[Teasingly.] What troubles you?
Chantecler
I have had a wretched night.
The Pheasant-hen
So sorry! [A pause.]
Chantecler
Are you going to the Guinea-hen’s?
The Pheasant-hen
I stayed over solely for that purpose.
Chantecler
Ah, yes, I know. [A pause.] I dislike her extremely.
The Pheasant-hen
Come to her party.