Don't you think so?
Doctor.--I cannot contradict Your Highness.
SCENE V.
The same. Stella and Mrs. Czeska.
Stella.--I came because I was afraid you would quarrel. Well, what is
the end of the discussion?
Prince.--Well, that good-for-nothing man will do what he pleases.
Doctor.--The fact is that the prince has approved of my plans and has
granted me permission to try my luck at the election.
Mrs. Czeska.--We had better all go to the garden. Mr. Pretwic and
Count Drahomir are waiting--we are going for a sail on the lake.
Prince.--Then let us be going (they go out). You see, madam, that
Miliszewska!
SCENE VI.
Jozwowicz, Stella. Then Drahomir.
Stella.--How is my father's health?
Doctor.--All that can be expected. But you are pale, princess.
Stella.--Oh, I am well.
Doctor.--It is the consequence of the betrothal.
Stella.--It must be.
Doctor.--But health requires one to be merry--to enjoy life.
Stella.--I do not wish for any other distraction.
Doctor.--If not distraction, at least enjoyment. We here are too grave
for you. Perhaps we cannot understand you.
Stella.--You are all too good.
Doctor.--At least solicitous. If you have a moment to spare let us be
seated and have a talk. My solicitude must explain my boldness. With
the dignity of a fiance, serenity and happiness generally go hand in
hand. When the heart is given willingly, all longing ceases and the
future is viewed with serenity.
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