They are not used to drinking it good, or they would not drink so much when they come here." We were crossing the bridge, and nearing Ercole's house.
"Maestro," said Nino, suddenly.

He had not spoken for some time, and he had finished his tune.
"Well ?" "Is not to-morrow our day for studying ?" "Diavolo! I gave you two hours to-day.

Have you forgotten ?" "Ah,--it is true.

But give me a lesson to-morrow, like a good maestro as you are.

I will sing like an angel if you will give me a lesson to-morrow." "Well, if you like to come at seven in the morning, and if you promise to sing nothing but solfeggi of Bordogni for an hour, and not to strain your voice, or put too much vinegar in your salad at supper, I will think about it.