If you have done, we will speak of it." "Business ?" exclaimed Marzio in loud ironical tones.

"This is a good time for talking of business--as good as any other! What is it ?" "The Cardinal wants another piece of work done, a very fine piece of work." "The Cardinal?
I will not make any more chalices for your cardinals.

I am sick of chalices, and monstrances, and such stuff." "It is none of those," answered Don Paolo quietly.

"The Cardinal wants a magnificent silver crucifix.

Will you undertake it?
It must be your greatest work, if you do it at all." "A crucifix ?" repeated Marzio, in a changed tone.