Marzio had risen early that morning, as has been said, and had left the house before any one but Gianbattista was up.

He was in reality far from inclined to drink his coffee in the company of his apprentice, and would have avoided it, if possible.

Nor did he care to meet Lucia until he had found time and occasion to refresh his anger.

His wife was too sleepy to quarrel, and hardly seemed to understand him when he gave her money and bade her look to Lucia's outfit, adding that the wedding was to take place immediately.
"Will you not let me sleep in peace, even in the morning ?" she groaned.
"Magari! I wish you would sleep, and for ever!" growled Marzio, as he left the room.
He drank his coffee in silence, and went out.

After looking into the workshop he walked slowly away in the direction of the Capitol.