Lady L. Now the devil take thee for being so honourable: here, Parly, call him back, I shall lose half my diversion else. Now for a trial of skill.
Enter Colonel Standard.
Sir, I hope you'll pardon my curiosity. When do you take your journey?
Colonel S. To-morrow morning, early, madam.
Lady L. So suddenly! which way are you designed to travel?
Colonel S. That I can't yet resolve on.
Lady L. Pray, sir, tell me; pray, sir; I entreat you; why are you so obstinate?
Colonel S. Why are you so curious, madam?
Lady L. Because——
Colonel S. What?