Rollin. I protest you will drive me mad, Séverine.

Marquis. Séverine, had we not better be going now? I think—

Séverine. Oh, no. I am enjoying myself excellently. (To Rollin. ) Ah well, my mood is getting so—

Michette. How did you get hold of the garter?

Maurice. There was such a crush in the church—and when a lady thinks one is courting her— (All laugh.)

[Grain has stolen François's purse.]

François (showing the money to Albin). Mere counters. Are you satisfied now? [Grain wants to get away.]

Host (going after him softly). Give me the purse at once which you took from this gentleman.

Grain. I—

Host. Straightaway ... or it will be the worse for you.