I have got used to it. And besides I am fortunately of a warm temperament. The wind is tempered to the shorn lamb.

HENRICH SCHERCL.

I have not ever in my life seen a young lady who did make me feel for her the strange attraction that I feel for you, Rosie. I am jealous of this Mr. Tempenny.

ROSALINE.

Jealous! Do you mean you are in love with me? (Aside.) Oh, my goodness, what a joke!

HENRICH SCHERCL.

And if I did, would you laugh at me? Supposing I was to say to you—"Rosie, I would like to marry you," what would you answer?

ROSALINE.

Say it, and see. (Aside.) He's in earnest. I do believe.

HENRICH SCHERCL.