Poirier--That is a clever idea, of course.
Gaston--Its only merit is simplicity.
Poirier--But seriously, don't you think that the idle life you lead may jeopardize the happiness of a young household?
Gaston--Not at all.
Verdelet--A man of your capacity can't mean to idle all his life.
Gaston--With resignation.
Antoinette--Don't you think you'll find it dull after a time, Gaston?
Gaston--You calumniate yourself, my dear.
Antoinette--I'm not vain enough to suppose that I can fill your whole existence, and I admit that I'd like to see you follow the example of Monsieur de Montmeyran.
Gaston [rising and leaning against the mantelpiece]--Perhaps you want me to fight?