Mercedes. Teodora.
Severo. Their eternal tricks—always together. I can stand no more of this. And their words? I mustn't put it off any longer——
Mercedes. True, Severo. Come away. It is certainly your duty, since everybody is talking.
Severo. Yes, I must open Julian's eyes—to-day, at once.
Mercedes. The fellow has impudence enough, and to spare.
Severo. By all that's holy—so has she.
Mercedes. Poor girl! She's but a child. Leave her to me.
Teodora. Another house? Surely no. You wouldn't leave us? What an idea! Julian would never consent.
Severo. [To Doña Mercedes.] I should think not indeed, neither would I. [Aloud.] Ah, Teodora, you didn't see me? This is how you receive your guests.
Teodora. [Coming from the balcony.] Don Severo! I am delighted.