Jenny
You are going into business? You!
Spruce
Before two years have passed, watch me go by in a magnificent chaise--
on my way to the country. I'll be burning the paving stones with the
gallop of six Spanish horses. A French barber, numerous valets,
countless attendants, cooks--and pretty chambermaids will fill my
palace. My buffet will be of gold and porcelain. The wine will flow
like water in the Thames. My table will be open, my days, libertine.
When I wish to give a secret little supper, I will have a cozy retreat
prepared, where I will feast the fair ladies. One day, this one; the
next, that one. And I promise you, when your turn comes, and even
before that, to treat you to a feast.
Jenny (sarcastically)
I am overwhelmed!
Spruce
For you, my tenderness knows no bounds. But, look who's coming. It's
McNaughten himself. At your command, sir. You see me prepared to do my
duty.
(Enter McNaughten)
McNaughten
You've waited for me in this place for some time. Meanwhile, I've
found a paper that will expedite our little business with Mr.
Torrington.
Jenny
My mistress has decided to break with you forever. She has sent me
here to collect her portrait, her letters, her jewels, and everything
that belongs to her. She has ordered me to return to you, yours.
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