"It is one thing to talk of death, it is quite another to die.

Only this little favour Marchesa gentilissima--to seat yourself in this chair.

We will do the rest." "Without a hat?
Just as I am?
Impossible! Come in an hour--then I shall be ready.

My maid, San Miniato--send for Teresina.

Dio mio! I can never go! Go without us, dearest friend--go and dine on your hideous rocks and leave us the little comfort we need so much!" But protestations were vain.