We have to bear more from the women than the men.' 'I leave you to cool,' said Gambier.
The delayed absence of the maestro from his post at the head of the orchestra, where the musicians sat awaiting him, seemed to confirm a rumour that was now circling among the audience, warning all to prepare for a disappointment.

His baton was brought in and laid on the book of the new overture.

When at last he was seen bearing onward through the music-stands, a low murmur ran round.

Rocco paid no heed to it.

His demeanour produced such satisfaction in the breast of Antonio-Pericles that he rose, and was guilty of the barbarism of clapping his hands.
Meeting Ammiani in the lobby, he said, 'Come, my good friend, you shall help me to pull Irma through to-night.