Come, gentlemen, make peace. One thing is sure,
Corneille is now the fashion: takes the place
Of Garnier, just as in our day felt hats
Have replaced velvet mortiers.

MONTPESAT.

For Corneille
I am, and for felt hats!

GASSÉ (to Montpesat).

You are too rash!
[To Villac.] Garnier is very fine. I'm neutral; but
Corneille has also his good points.

VILLAC.

Agreed!

ROCHEBARON.

Agreed! He is a witty fellow and
I like him!

BRICHANTEAU.