Herman. You shall hear. I have already caused a contract to be prepared, and to which you must obtain Rip Van Winkle's signature.
Derric. What is that contract?
Herman. You shall read it presently. Van Winkle is an easy soul, and at present, I believe, your debtor.
Derric. Yes, considerably in arrears with the rent of the tenement, which he holds from me.
Herman. Obtain his signature to the contract I am about to give you, and 'twill be a security on which money may be raised to any amount.
Derric. You amaze me, I—
Herman. You must have cash, father, to relieve you from your unpleasant difficulties, and I, for those delights of youth without which there is no advantage in being young. [Exeunt.]
SCENE III.
Rip's Cottage.—Door.—Window in flat.—A closet in flat, with dishes, shelves, &c.—Clothes-basket, with clothes.—Table, chairs, arm-chair, with cloak over it.—Broom on stage.