[Unsuspecting.] What kind of a manuscript?
Marie.
George, you must not leave that lying around--not even hidden behind the books, especially now, when you take your wife to your home.
George.
In heaven's name, what manuscript?
Marie.
I believe--it contains some poems----
George.
You believe--it contains some poems. I have missed it since early last winter; I thought I had lost it. Marie, now tell me truthfully, have you read its contents?