Stra. That you allow me to be gone to-morrow, and not endeavour to detain me.

Bar. Go! Whither?

Stra. No matter! Promise this, or I will not come.

Bar. Well, I do promise. Come.

Stra. I have directions to give my servant.

Bar. In half an hour then we shall expect you. Remember, you have given your word.

Stra. I have. [Exit Baron.—The Stranger walks up and down, thoughtful and melancholy.]—Francis!

Enter Francis.

Fra. Sir!

Stra. Why are you out of the way?