Indeed! I know nothing of that.
EMILIA.
That while I wore them, every diamond changed suddenly to a pearl--and pearls, you know, dear mother, signify tears.
CLAUDIA.
Child, the interpretation is more visionary than the dream. Were you not always more fond of pearls than diamonds?
EMILIA.
I assuredly, dear mother--assuredly----
APPIANI (thoughtful and melancholy).
Signify tears!