Ah! He was one of the fiercest champions of Freedom when the people first arose; but now I think he'd give his life to still the tempest he did so much to rouse.
DIANE.
He will return sad and worn; we must do our best to cheer him when he comes.
NANETTE.
One look—one smile of yours will banish every thought of sorrow from his tired brain.
DIANE.
Hush, Nanette;—you must not talk like that.
A VOICE.
[Outside.]
Nanette!—Diane!