Mercadet
Sixty francs. (Aside) He fleeced me out of them.
Justin
I am sure, sir, that you wouldn't like me to lose such a present.
Mercadet
Let him have his way with you.
Justin
Ah! sir, but—M. Goulard also—and the others—
Mercadet
Do as you like—I give them over into your hands. Fleece them well!
Justin
I'll do my best. Thank you, sir.
Mercadet
Let them all see Godeau. (Aside) De la Brive is well able to look
after himself. (Aloud) But, between ourselves, keep Pierquin away.
(Aside) He would recognize his dear friend, Michonnin.
Justin
I understand, sir. Ah! here is M. Minard. (Exit.)
SCENE TENTH
Mercadet and Minard.