[Exit.
Bev. A very nice young person that.
Des. But come, come, what the deuce are you all standing here for?
[Enter Alain.]
Alain. Please Madame, the grounds are lit up, the carriages ready and all the country folks are waiting.
Des. Come. The bride and bridegroom. Come along.
Mar. Now—at once? Oh, Doctor.
Des. Now—at once? Of course; do you think all our pretty preparations are to go for nothing?
Bev. Mademoiselle, I've got myself up utterly regardless of expense, and if somebody ain't married, I shall withdraw my consent.
Mad. A. Oh, Mons. de Bevannes do not let that deter you, if you meant what you said the evening Mons. Laroque died.