I was so glad that I never thought of concealing my delight when I reached my dressing-room.

Unfortunately, the voice was there before me and soon noticed, by my air, that something had happened.

It asked what was the matter and I saw no reason for keeping our story secret or concealing the place which you filled in my heart.

Then the voice was silent.

I called to it, but it did not reply; I begged and entreated, but in vain.