Man. Mademoiselle, at the risk of appearing vain, I must tell you you are most fortunate.
Mlle H. Indeed sir, how so?
Man. In saying all this to a gentleman.
Mlle H. Oh, sir, of that I'm well aware, by birth—
Man. And principle. I do not affect to despise the one, but I take more pride in the other. The first, is for the present, buried. Therefore, if you have any appeal to make, let it be to the last.
Mlle H. I have an appeal to make, but, even though compelled to differ with so sage an adviser, I shall make it to an ally more powerful than either.
Man. And what is that?
Mlle H. Self interest.
Man. You think so?
Mlle H. I'm sure of it.