I begin to understand! Well, since Tertulla cannot go to the country perhaps the country will come to Tertulla!
Quartilla.
[Dancing about gleefully.] A miracle! A prodigy! I said Valentinus would work one and set things right!
Valentinus.
My child, I promise nothing! But Tertulla must remember that true sacrifices can be made anywhere, in country or in town!
Maronis.
[To Tertulla.] Aha, girl! Have I not worn out my tongue telling you as much all day?
Tertulla.
But will the god hear, missing me from my accustomed place?