Good day, my friend. You seem distraught.
Perron
Distraught! It was the strangest thing! But sit here with me. Do. I have something to tell you.
Alexandre
I regret exceedingly, but a stupid engagement.... Later, perhaps—
Perron
No! No! I insist! Only a great mind like yours can explain the strange thing which has happened.
Alexandre
Ah, in that case—what is a mere business affair compared with divine philosophy? Far from being pressé, friend Perron, I have an eternity at your service.
Perron