When I put it on, I certainly did not contemplate offending you; I do not wish to offend you now--I only beg that you will refrain from offending me.

For my part, I need only say that henceforth I do not desire to take a part in your councils.

If Donna Tullia is satisfied with her portrait, there need be no further occasion for our meeting.

If, on the contrary, we are to meet again, I beg that we may meet on a footing of courtesy and mutual respect." It was impossible to say more; and Gouache's speech terminated the situation so far as Del Ferice was concerned.

Donna Tullia smilingly expressed her approval.
"Quite right, Gouache," she said.