Five men, two women
Scene: Dr. Peacock's house.
Flem Truly, Dr. Peacock, you're a clever man. I've been a pharmacist for twenty-five years and never met a doctor who practiced medicine like you.
Peacock Indeed, no other doctor of my acquaintance has penetrated nature as deeply as I have. But I don't like to praise myself; I can't stand flattery. I want you to come home with me to discuss an important matter. Now, has any one asked for me while I was away? TRIPPET, hey, TRIPPET!
Trippet (entering)
How you do scream! Well, sir, what can I do for you?
Peacock
Has Lady Bellaston asked for me?
Trippet
No, sir.
Peacock
So much the better. It's a sign her medication is working. How about
Judge Glanville—has he called?
Trippet
Yes, sir.
Peacock Good. It's to tell me that the purge I gave him yesterday has cured him of his pleurisy.