That you may note the whiteness of my hand.

I place it there in order that you may

Be tempted to inclose it in your own.

Phil. To that temptation I at once succumb.

(Taking her hand—she affects to withdraw it angrily.)

Azèma. (with affected indignation.)

Go on! If you had any enterprise,

You’d gently place your arm around my waist

And kiss me. (Struggling to release herself)

Phil.It might anger you!