Don Lorenzo. What poor gentleman?

Benito. [Without looking at him.] The gentleman who is—— [Touches his forehead, still not looking at Don Lorenzo, who, unobserved by the keepers, makes a gesture of surprise.]

Don Lorenzo. [Aside.] Ah—no—what an idea! [Aloud, with an effort of self-control.] Just so. She is the daughter of—— [Observes them with increasing anxiety.]

Benito. Well, she is very beautiful, though so sad.

Braulio. 'Tis reason enough she has to be sad.

Don Lorenzo. You know——?

Braulio. Everything. [Looks a moment at Don Lorenzo and then away.]

Don Lorenzo. Dr. Tomás told you?

Benito. Not to us.

Braulio. He told the doctor.