Ba. Indeed it sometimes happens so in bodily Distempers: But in the Diseases of the Mind you have an Antidote ready against every Contagion.
Au. What's that?
Ba. A strong Resolution not to be removed from the Opinion that has been fixed in you. But besides, what Need you fear to become a Fighter, where the Business is managed by Words?
Au. There is something in what you say, if there be any Hope of doing any good.
Ba. While there is Life there is Hope, and according to St. Paul, Charity can't despair, because it hopes all Things.
Au. You observe very well, and upon this Hope I may venture to discourse with you a little; and if you'll permit me, I'll be a Physician to you.
Ba. Do, with all my Heart.
Au. Inquisitive Persons are commonly hated, but yet Physicians are allowed to be inquisitive after every particular Thing.
Ba. Ask me any Thing that you have a Mind to ask me.
Au. I'll try. But you must promise me you'll answer me sincerely.