It would be
better for you.
Desmond
For me?
Widow
For, in the future--you understand, sir. I could really, for you--
Right, Lucy--I can't explain any more, sir. You understand, don't
you--
Desmond
I--
Widow
Because propriety prevents me from saying to you--
Lucy
You've told him that already.
Widow
I will say only, that having reflected on what the Countess didn't
say, I fear that the husband she intends for Arabella is none other
than yourself.
Desmond
Me, Madame?
Lucy
The gentleman would be wiser to go to the source of the wealth.
Widow
I believe it, but from the fear that the Countess will give you, in
spite of yourself, to Arabella, I have resolved not to give my money
until the marriage contract is signed--and a husband other than
yourself is the lucky man. And, I have a thousand other good reasons
to communicate to you about this. But, I can't say a word now. Follow
me, Lucy.
(Exit Widow.)
Desmond
Lucy.
Lucy
Sir, I have to go.
(Exit Lucy.)
Desmond
What to do now?
(Enter Arabella.)
Arabella
Tell me quickly--how did your conversation go with my aunt?
Desmond
I think I've convinced her that she should let me arbitrate between
her and the Countess.
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