Of that rare happiness, which even on earth

Heaven gives to those it loves. Now art thou rich

As thou wert ever beautiful and good;

And I am the poor beggar.

Pre. (giving him her hand.) I have still

A hand to give.

Chis. (aside.) And I have two to take.

I’ve heard my grandmother say, that Heaven gives almonds

To those who have no teeth. That’s nuts to crack.

I’ve teeth to spare, but where shall I find almonds?⁠—