I think so.

SCHWARTZE.

She was asked to the Governor's yesterday, wasn't she?

MRS. SCHWARTZE.

[Sighing.] Yes.

SCHWARTZE.

And we were not. Poor thing! She must look out for me to-day if she boasts. [Aside] Old cat!

MARIE.

[Kneels before him, lighting his pipe.] Be good, father dear. What harm does it do you?

SCHWARTZE.