Consuelo
He's already asked me to forgive him. How silly you all are! I simply cannot work to-day and I got nervous. What nonsense! The silly boy asked me to forgive him, but I didn't want to. He, dear, good morning! I didn't notice you. How becoming your tie is! Where are you going, Briquet? To Alfred?
Briquet
No, I am going home, dear child. Zinida asked me to give you her love. She will not be here to-day, either. [He goes out.]
Consuelo
Zinida is so nice, so good. Father, why is it that everybody seems so nice to me? Probably because I am going away soon. He, did you hear the march that Tilly and Polly will play? [Laughs.] Such a cheerful one.
He
Yes. I heard it. Your benefit performance will be remarkable.
Consuelo
I think so, too. Father I am hungry. Have them bring me a sandwich.