Gertrude
We are equally inquisitive. I have done to you what you did to me in
Ferdinand's apartments.
Pauline
You are triumphant now, madame, but it will soon be my turn.
Gertrude
The war, then, is to continue?
Pauline
War, madame? Call it a duel! One or the other of us must go.
Gertrude
You are tragic.
Vernon (aside) There appears to be no outbreak between them, nor the least misunderstanding!—But stay, an idea strikes me; suppose I go and look for Ferdinand?
(Vernon prepares to go out.)
Gertrude
Doctor!
Vernon
Madame?
Gertrude We must have a talk together. (Whispering) I shall not leave you until you have given me back—