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.