Richard.

Oh, as to that--we all want power.

Beata.

Yes: the question is, for whose benefit?--Ah, well, I see I shall have to tell you--you ought to know--the sooner the better, I suppose!

Richard.

Tell me what?

Beata.

Dear--did you really think it was Michael's fondest wish to resign his seat in Parliament, and live only for his horses?

Richard.

I've heard him say so often enough.