A thousand thanks, my dear Sallus! You are very, very good, but unfortunately, I am not free.
M. DE SALLUS
But, my dear fellow, send your excuses.
JACQUES DE RANDOL
I cannot.
M. DE SALLUS
Are you dining in town?
JACQUES DE RANDOL
Yes, well—not altogether. I have an appointment at nine o'clock.
M. DE SALLUS