From the moment that I become of age I shall be in a position to--h'm--h'm----
Wittich.
I see. But until that moment--?
Pierre.
I--er----
Wittich.
Well, I consider it my duty--and mine alone--to protect the woman whom--until recently--I called my wife. And to save her from ruin, I am willing to make any sacrifice whatsoever.
Pierre.
Oh, as for that, of course----
Wittich.