With prudent thrift for the common good of all,
But like a man at his desk to whom his tenants bring their money
That he may spend it in another place.
Tête-d'or: I have saved you all! Like a man who takes another in his arms.
The High Prefect: All society, Tête-d'or,
Exists for the common advantage.
And each one has his place that he may serve the rest.
And the Sovereign, if one is needed, is he who serves everyone,
With his officials, according to their functions.
Tête-d'or: And what is the good that they seek in living together?