Paul (reserved). It was no more than our duty, madam.
Laskowski. Yes, we were very glad, my wife and I ...
Antoinette (quickly). Not to be forgotten!...
Laskowski. You hit the nail on the head, that's what you did, dearie! You go on and talk. A fellow like myself isn't so handy with his tongue! But he feels it just the same!
Paul (grimly). Rather sudden, was it not, madam?
Antoinette. The best thing that one can wish for!
Paul. Do you think so? I don't know.
Laskowski. Of course. Heart failure's the thing to have!
Antoinette. It grieved me very much.
Paul. Yes, madam.