Doctor.--I appreciate your sentiments, which are those of a good
citizen. You do not wish to act against me any longer?
Podczaski.--No, sir!
Doctor.--You are right. Then you are with me?
Podczaski.--If I may offer my services--
Doctor.--I accept.
Podczaski (aside).--He is a man--I have a hundred florins in my pocket
already. (Aloud) My gratitude--
Doctor.--Mine will be shown after the election.
Podczaski.--Oh!
SCENE III.
The same. Jan Miliszewski--then Anton.
Jan.--Good-morning, doctor. Is my mother here?
Doctor.--The countess is not here.
Jan.--We came together, but mamma went directly to the prince's
apartment. I remained alone and I cannot find my way to the prince's
apartment. (Seeing Podczaski, who bows to him) Ah! Mr. Podczaski, what
are you doing here?
Podczaski.--Your servant, sir. Well, I came to consult the doctor--I
have rheumatism in my feet.
Jan.--Doctor, will you be kind enough to show me to the Prince's
apartment?
Doctor.--They are in the left wing of the chateau.
Jan.--Thank you. But later I would like to have a talk with you.
Doctor.--I will be at your service, sir.
(Jan goes toward the door. He knocks against Anton.)
Anton.--I beg your pardon, sir.
Jan.--Pardon (he adjusts his monocle and looks at Anton--then goes
out).
Anton (to Doctor).--I was told you were here and I rushed. Listen, a
matter of great importance.
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