Nell. [Aside.] How long she may have had her dress, I know not; but in one sense I am sure it is short enough.

Miss C. This seems a good big house, but rather too much like a prison. Have you those bars on all the windows?

Cramp. On all.

Miss C. And how many men-servants do you keep?

Cramp. None at all. [Aside.] What impertinent curiosity!

Nell. [Aside.] Shall I venture to address her again? I can scarcely command myself. [Aloud.] Pray, Ma’am, are you fond of music?

Miss C. I’m a regular dab at it.

Nell. What instrument do you play?

Miss C. All sorts of instruments, from the drum to the Jew’s harp.

Nell. You don’t play the cornopion?