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CYRANO DE BERGERAC
Le Bret.
You said——? These fops, would-be belligerent,
Will, if you heed them only, turn your head!…
Ask people of good sense if you would know
The effect of your fine insolence
Cyrano
[finishing his macaroon].
The effect of your fine insolence—— Enormous!
Le Bret.
The Cardinal…
Cyrano
[radiant].
The Cardinal… The Cardinal—was there?
Le Bret.
Must have thought it…
Cyrano.
Must have thought it… Original, i' faith!
Le Bret.
But…
Cyrano.
But… He's an author. 'Twill not fail to please him
That I should mar a brother-author's play.
Le Bret.
You make too many enemies by far!
Cyrano.
[eating his grapes].
How many think you I have made to-night?
