You surely wrong them, Mother dear, for see—
(picking up a case from floor)
Here is an étui dropped by one of them—
Containing scissors, needles, and—
Blanche. (taking it from her, and opening it). Cigars!!!
Why these are men! And you knew this, you cat!
Melissa. Oh, spare them—they are gentlemen, indeed,
The Prince Hilarion—betrothed long since
To Princess Ida—with two trusted friends!
Consider, Mother, he’s her husband now!