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 they are lucky to get off themselves. I know what these young couples are.

. It seems very quiet.

. An angel has passed.

. Or a devil. Which? When every one is silent it is usually because every one is thinking the same thing, and it is unnecessary to speak in order to understand each other.

. Possibly.

. Then good night.

. Aren't you going to wait for Pepe? He is surely coming; his letter said so.

. Yes, and meanwhile I can sit here and wait. God knows when he will put in appearance. If he does come, and does not find me here, there will not be any regrets.

. Sit down for a moment. He will surely come.

. No, no, I am going—if only for that reason. Besides, I am nervous; I do not feel well. I have an idea—why should I hide it from you?—and when I have an idea, until I put it into execution

. But María Antonia! What is it? You alarm me!

. You will find out soon enough. Good night… for the present. Good night. Carmen and Luisita.

. Manuel will see you home.

. Why should he? It is not necessary. He seems happy and comfortable.

. Not at all! I am going with you. Good evening, ladies. Luisita… Isabel…

. I depend upon you.

. Trust me entirely.