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thinner woman . . . this is too youthful . . . and this is too old. This is nice, but it's a bit loud . . . and this is too dull. Now this is very nice indeed, but Countess Hohensperg has it. So it is out of the question.

Juhasz—Suppose we let the Agreable go, and look at some Biarritz instead. The fact is, I consider Biarritz a much better grade. It is kept back here. Will you step this way, or shall I bring it out to you here?

Aristocratic Lady—[Rises.] I wouldn't think of putting you to so much trouble. You have turned out half your stock for me already. [Turns to Adele.] Your wife must be impatient to go home.

Adele—Not at all.

Aristocratic Lady—It's past seven. You are usually closed by this time.

Adele—Oh, we are very glad to serve you. [Points to Oscar.] There, you see . . . and there is still another customer in there.

Oscar—[Has approached Juhasz.] The lady heard us mention the Agreable that Countess Hohensperg——

Aristocratic Lady—Quite out of the question!

Oscar—No, no—[Low.] The lady heard us talking about it [meantime Juhasz has gone over to the Unassuming Lady] and wants to have a look