The Comedies of Carlo Goldoni

Gian. Yes, sir?

Phil. [Aside to Giannina.] It is not right for a young lady to thrust herself between two lovers in this manner; on account of you, they cannot speak two words to each other.

Gian. [To Philibert.] They spoke in whispers together.

Phil. [To De la Cotterie.] Well, if you have anything to say to her —

De la Cot. There will be time enough, sir.

Phil. [To Giannina.] Attend to me.

Cost. [Aside to De la Cotterie.] At least assure me of your affection.

De la Cot. [Aside to Costanza.] Excuse me, Mademoiselle. [Giannina coughs aloud.] [Aside.] I am exceedingly embarrassed.

Cost. [Loud enough for all to hear.] Is it possible you will not say once that you love me?

Gian. [To Costanza, with asperity.] How many times do you want him to tell you so? Did he not say so before me?