The General No, my son whom they would enter in the register only under the name of Leon; but I had inscribed here (he places his hand upon his heart) the name of Napoleon! Do you see I must provide for him and his mother?
Godard (aside)
Especially for his mother; she'll take care of that!
The General
What are you saying? If you don't agree with me, out with it!
Godard (aside) If I did so, we should find ourselves in the law courts. (Aloud) I agree, and will back you in everything, General.
The General
Good for you! And I'll tell you why, my dear Godard.
Godard
De Rimonville.
The General Godard, I prefer Godard. I'll tell you why. After having commanded the grenadiers of the Young Guard, I, General Comte de Grandchamp, now weave the cloth for their uniforms.
Godard This is very commendable! You should keep on storing up, General, so that your widow may not be left without a fortune.
The General
She is an angel, Godard!
Godard
De Rimonville.