BARON. There he is right--But of it happens that birth and fortune are
joined with sense and virtue ----

AMELIA. But is it so with Count Cassel?

BARON. Hem! Hem! Aside.] I will ask you a few questions on this
subject; but be sure to answer me honestly--Speak truth.

AMELIA. I never told an untruth in my life.

BARON. Nor ever _conceal_ the truth from me, I command you.

AMELIA. [Earnestly.] Indeed, my lord, I never will.

BARON. I take you at your word--And now reply to me truly--Do you like
to hear the Count spoken of?

AMELIA. Good, or bad?

BARON. Good. Good.

AMELIA. Oh yes; I like to here good of every body.

BARON. But do not you feel a little fluttered when he is talked of?

AMELIA. No. [shaking her head.]

BARON. Are not you a little embarrassed?