ARGUMENT OF THE SECOND ACT

Fascinated by the cleverness and natural attractions of Madame Evrard, Ambroise proposes to marry her, and thus to make their triumph over M. Dubriage doubly sure. Not knowing what an enemy he is introducing into the house, he engages Laure, at George's recommendation, as a servant, nominally to assist Madame Evrard ; but really to be an additional spy on the wretched célibataire. The young wife is thus reunited to her husband, whose attention, good sensé and kindness hâve fairly won the heart of M. Dubriage, and are preparing the way towards a final reconciliation between the uncle and the nephew.