Another.—But if he should perform it, the obligation which Flodoardo will lay upon the Republic will not be trifling.
A Third.—Nay, we shall be all his debtors, nor do I know how we can reward Flodoardo for so important a service.
Andreas.—Be that my task. Flodoardo has demanded my niece in marriage if he performs his promise. Rosabella shall be his reward.
All gazed on each other in silence; some with looks expressing the most heartfelt satisfaction, and others with glances of envy and surprise.
Falieri (in a low voice).—Parozzi, how will this end?
Memmo.—As I live, the very idea makes me shake as if I had a fever.
Parozzi (smiling contemptuously).—It’s very likely that Abellino should suffer himself to be caught!
Contarino.—Pray inform me, signors, have any of you ever met this Abellino face to face?
Several Noblemen at once.—Not I. Never.
A Senator.—He is a kind of spectre, who only appears now and then, when he is least expected and desired.