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 : And have you heard that there are now no counts in France?


 * That is almost incredible; I did hear something, but I could not believe it.


 * Do you really not understand the French troubles?


 * I believe that they are great if they put counts on the same level as other people.


 * When your son goes to France, he will not be a count.


 * Then I shall not send him there—not for anything!

(enters): Countess Folliest has been pleased to come, with a stranger.


 * I go to meet the benefactress of our house. (Countess Folliest enters.)

Both : Your highness!


 * I present Mr. Pelican to you.

(grimacing): Votre altesse!



(grimacing): Votre altesse!


 * I know that ugly face.

(sees Wisely and runs away, shrieking): I don’t want be here, I don’t!