PEPANG (after a pause): Well, what do you say, Paula?
MANALO: But of course, senator, Paula and Candida will want to discuss this first between themselves. They will want to think it over.
CANDIDA (coming forward): We have no need to discuss it, we have no need to think it over!
PEPANG: Candida!
PERICO: Oh, is this Candida? How are you my child? Do you remember me?
CANDIDA: I remember you, Don Perico, and I am very sorry—but you are only wasting your time. You can go back and tell your government that this picture is not to be had. Paula and I will never part with it!
PEPANG: Candida, be silent and listen!
CANDIDA: I have heard all I need to hear! (She turns quickly towards doorway.)
PERICO: Candida, wait! (She pauses.) Come here, my child. Are you angry with your old godfather?
