TWO FAVORITES

Wood, a Medicated Warrior. Miles, a Soldier. Satan, a Statesman. Chorus of Citizens.

MILES (to Wood):

Sir, I have ventured to observe with what

I hope is a becoming modesty, that not

In vain have been your sacrifices, nor

Quite thrown away your aptitude for war.

Service and genius—these are things that count,

With (if you’re cavalry) the skill to mount.