Easy Money

“The walkers pass by; some stop and read the poster on the gate. Teletiev and Vasilkov come out of the coffeehouse. Teletiev (something chews). Well, yes, yes! (Aside.) When he falls behind! Vasilkov. I want to say that she, because of her pleasant looks, is a very attractive girl. Teletiev. What a discovery you’ve made. Who doesn’t know that! (He removes his hat and bows.) Absolutely true—Cheboksarova is good: twice two is four. Don’t you know any other indisputable truths… ”