P. Coun. I have to thank you for this attention.
Sell. By your direction I do all that lies in my power to fan the girl's ambition. If that Mr. Gernau only--
P. Coun. That fool! He shall be removed. All has been prepared, and is now determined on; He goes to Friethal. His patent is in hand.
Sell. It is too lenient for his stubborn opposition. This indulgence on your side will gain you every heart.
P. Coun. Do you think I am rather popular?
Sell. Popular? People venerate you with enthusiasm! And what have you not done to acquire this popularity? The formation of the new roads, under your wise regulation, without any burthen to the individual! the increase of commerce--
P. Coun. I have done a great deal; I think I may claim some merit.
Sell. The abolition of beggary; the institution for the support of the indigent--
P. Coun. Oh! there are so many things to be done yet!
Sell. And you have so much power in your hand. What do you say to my last performance?