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wounded; I was in a shocking fright. I fell on my knees and prayed that God would forgive me if I had done wrong.
ALCIDE
Sweet innocent little thing! And you did not tell a soul what had frightened you so dreadfully?
FANNY
No, never! I should not have dared to do so, I was still ignorant only an hour ago of the truth; you have taught me the right answer to all my questioning.
ALCIDE
Oh, Fanny! This confession sets the seal of delight on my happiness. My dear little friend, you shall now receive a further proof of my ardour. Gamiani, excite me, so that I may drench this young flower with heavenly dew.
GAMIANI
What fire, what ardour, Fanny, you are
