Mme. de Céran. Ah, yes, about his candidacy; you understand?
Jeanne. Well, after all, if faith requires science to support it, has not science some need of faith?—as Monsieur de Maistre has said.
Mme. de Céran. Very good indeed! I must introduce you to a gentleman who will be very useful to you: General de Briais, the Senator.
Jeanne. And how about the Deputy, Countess?
Mme. de Céran. Oh, the Senator is more powerful!
Jeanne. But the Deputy is more active!
Mme. de Céran. Really, my dear Raymond, you are very fortunate. (Pressing Jeanne’s hand) And so am I! (To Jeanne) Good—I’ll introduce you to both!
Paul. (Following Jeanne, who follows Mme. de Céran) Angel!
Jeanne. Aren’t we going where it’s dark pretty soon?
Paul. Yes, my angel, but wait until the rest are gone! I’ll tell you: while the tragedy is being read!