Ch. I am afraid that Parmeno in Terence will hardly be able to comprehend these Things. I believe it readily. I would help you to some Venison, if I were well enough accomplished.
Er. Where have you any Hunting now? How came you by Venison?
Ch. Midas, the most generous spirited Man living, and a very good Friend of mine, sent it me for a Present; but so, that I oftentimes buy it for less.
Er. How so?
Ch. Because I am obliged to give more to his Servants, than I could buy it for in the Market.
Er. Who obliges you to that?
Ch. The most violent Tyrant in the World.
Er. Who is he?
Ch. Custom.
Er. Indeed, that Tyrant does frequently impose the most unjust Laws upon Mankind.