Counsellor. You have had the goodness to desire——
Augusta [with dignity]. I requested your company.
Counsellor. Notwithstanding your father's ill treatment of me this morning, I willingly forget it, as you desire my return. And now my fair sufferer, in what can I serve you?
Augusta. You have often told me, that you were interested in my happiness, that you loved me.—I am now unhappy—prove the truth of your assertions, by acting as becomes you—Help us.
Counsellor. With all my heart, if it were in my power; you may rely——
Augusta. Mr. Rose's misfortune bears hard upon my father. By moderation and indulgence, he may be saved; and it is for this purpose that I apply to you.
Counsellor [walking up and down in seeming agitation]. Yes, yes—good God!——but——
Augusta. He can pay, but not instantly—not now—by degrees only.
Counsellor. My charming lady, I have no power in these things.
Augusta. Yes, Sir! you have power to soften your father's heart.