You haven't wasted all your time in Rome, Since you know how to defend yourself so gallantly: You have wit, even if you haven't courage. (Pierre Corneille)

You haven't wasted all your time in Rome, Since you know how to defend yourself so gallantly: You have wit, even if you haven't courage.

Pierre Corneille

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