But made a mighty struggle in the breast,
And gave th’ aspiring man an early proof
That should they war he would have work enough:
“Suppose,” said she, “your vended numbers rise
The same with those which gain each real prize,
(Such your proposal), can you ruin shun?” -
“A hundred thousand,” he replied, “to one.”
“Still it may happen.” - “I the sum must pay.”
“You know you cannot.” - “I can run away.”
“That is dishonest.” - “Nay, but you must wink