MME. D’AMERGUEUX. He recognizes us. Did you see him give a little nod? [She directs her smiles at the President].

M. DE FORGEAU. Yes. Hush.

PRESIDENT. Marie Gaubert, stand up. [A thin little woman rises to her feet]. Your name is Marie Gaubert. How old are you?

SCHOOLMISTRESS. Twenty-seven.

PRESIDENT. Profession?

SCHOOLMISTRESS. Schoolmistress.

PRESIDENT. Do you admit the facts with which you are charged?

SCHOOLMISTRESS. Yes.

PRESIDENT. What have you to say in your defence?

SCHOOLMISTRESS. I didn’t think I was doing wrong.