Bramble
Of apoplexy?
Tuneless
No, sir--of--of emotion. They just told her you had died at the wells.
Suddenly, a seizure came on--and the faint turned into a coma--and you
are now a widower.
Bramble (drawing out a handkerchief)
If it is true she died of sadness, I am obligated to weep. (low) But,
how shall I manage it? Boo hoo.
Tuneless
Don't weep any more. I've got important business to discuss.
Bramble
Really, I've suffered an irreparable loss.
Tuneless
That can be repaired, sir--for--
Bramble
She was the best of wives--boo hoo.
Tuneless
Listen to me, please--
Bramble
Easy going--affectionate--boo hoo.
Tuneless
Listen, will you!
Bramble
Tender--boo--sincere hoo--honest boo--the best heart--the best heart--
hoo--hoo--hoo.
Tuneless (aside)
If he's going to weep forever, he'll mess up my plans. (pulling
Bramble by the arm) Sir, you make me feel compassion for you. The
woman didn't die of sadness. I told you at first to console you. But
the truth is--as all the doctors agree--she died of pure joy!
Bramble
I cannot believe she wished my death.
Tuneless
To wish your death, no, but she hoped you wouldn't live as long as
she.
Bramble
Oh, as to that, I believe it, indeed.
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