"Not at all."
"Then why speak of cabriolets in this connection?"
"Canst not take the hint?"
"Your excellenza speaks in riddles."
"One of thy discernment, Signor Carlton, should understand me."
"Would your excellenza have me clo—"
"I would not have you do anything but that which your own judgment should approve," interrupted the duke.
"Thanks, excellenza, I understand you."
"You may be assured of my friendship in all cases when it can be reasonably exercised," continued the duke.
"Your excellenza is ever kind."