We’ve had enough of poor father for one day, Addington. Let him rest in his grave!
THE DEVIL
In his grave—good! I must find you another husband. One worthy of you. For she (indicates Fanny) must be taking after her father.
MRS. FELIX (rises and goes concernedly to The Devil; puts her hand on his shoulder) Boy, boy, what is it? What is it? (Suddenly) Addington, will you leave the room for a moment and (looking at Agnus) take this gentleman with you? I wish to speak privately with—
THE DEVIL
You had plenty of time to speak privately with—before you came in. You think I’ve gone mad, don’t you?
[Mrs. Felix steps back, showing that she does.
THE DEVIL
You think Fanny’s driven me crazy by making me take Magnus’s offer? Eh? (Laughs) Although, who knows? I’ve been called mad many times before. Wisdom is always madness to the ignorant—and anyone too wise for them to understand is a madman. Does this look like a madman? (Turns to Fanny) I won’t take Magnus’s offer and I won’t marry you.
MAGNUS (in amazement)