I thanked him, and came away.

I did not hope to see you; but I knew that the Princess Corleone was your best friend, as I am Gianluca's.

I thought I would speak to her.

Since, by a miracle, we have met, I have spoken directly to you.

Do you forgive me?
I hope so, though I daresay that no mere acquaintance has ever talked as I am talking.