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in undercoat and dressing gown. ''in livery at the door of the room. Then in a skimpy dress, that is, a canvas skirt with strong flowers; thread bodice and cape; white apron with falbalà, raised by a flap at the waist; white handkerchief, edged with lace, crossed on the chest; amber necklace; on the ear hoops with gold pellets; and on her feet pointed slippers with wooden studs''.

snorting

Waiting for something that never arrives;

Lying in bed and not sleeping;

Doing good deeds without a thank-you;

These three things are like death.

This is a disgrace for me!

I've been waiting for four hours, and Serpina

Bringing me chocolate is not favor.

he paces impatiently

I'm in a hurry to go out.

he looks at the primary, and then the other clock

The hour grows late

tapping his foot on the ground

Oh blessed patience!

after a pause

It's fine. To the rest of us, yes sir,

We like to be around

A buxom and fresh young girl;

And then this happens to you

Indulgent with the maid.

passing to the other side