Proceed, I pray, without more ceremony.
MARINELLI.
I will. The Prince is obliged to send an ambassador immediately to the Duke of Massa respecting his marriage with the Princess his daughter. He was long undetermined whom to appoint, till his choice at last has fallen upon you, my lord.
APPIANI.
Upon me?
MARINELLI.
Yes--and if friendship may be allowed to boast, I was instrumental----
APPIANI.
Truly I am at a loss for thanks. I had long renounced the hope of being noticed by the Prince.