Horace.

[With authority, to Fakrash.] Let this unfortunate gentleman up, will you! I command you. Both on the head and eye!

Fakrash.

[Sullenly, to Horace.] But for the magnitude of thy services——! Be it as thou wilt. [He extends his arm over Mr. Wackerbath.] Rise! [Mr. Wackerbath rises and drops into chair by table, exhausted.] Depart, and show us the breadth of thy shoulders.

[Mr. Wackerbath gets up, puffing, and backs to the door.

Horace.

[Going towards him with concern.] My dear sir, you must believe I've had no share in this! I—I really don't know how to apologise—

Mr. Wackerbath.

[With his eyes on Fakrash.] Don't mention it, sir, pray don't mention it. I am perfectly satisfied—perfectly!

Horace.