Second Peasant. That's always been the proper way.
Third Peasant. Say no more about it! 'Cause as we are much satisfied.... As our parents, let's say, served, let's say, your parents, so we would like the same with all our hearts ... and not just anyhow!
[Bows.
Leoníd Fyódoritch. But what is it about? What do you want?
First Peasant. It's to your honor we've come....
[Enter PETRÍSTCHEF briskly, in fur-lined overcoat.
Petrístchef. Is Vasíly Leoníditch awake yet?
[Seeing LEONÍD FYÓDORITCH, bows, moving only his head.
Leoníd Fyódoritch. You have come to see my son?
Petrístchef. I? Yes, just to see Vovo for a moment.