RICHARD.
As a matter of form then, my name is Anthony Anderson, Presbyterian minister in this town.
BURGOYNE.
(interested). Indeed! Pray, Mr. Anderson, what do you gentlemen believe?
RICHARD.
I shall be happy to explain if time is allowed me. I cannot undertake to complete your conversion in less than a fortnight.
SWINDON.
(snubbing him). We are not here to discuss your views.
BURGOYNE.
(with an elaborate bow to the unfortunate Swindon). I stand rebuked.
SWINDON.
(embarrassed). Oh, not you, I as—
BURGOYNE.
Don’t mention it. (To Richard, very politely) Any political views, Mr. Anderson?
RICHARD.
I understand that that is just what we are here to find out.
SWINDON.
(severely). Do you mean to deny that you are a rebel?
RICHARD.
I am an American, sir.