Per annum—then I’ve nothing more to say.

Falk [impatiently].

You think the most of what I count the least;

I mean the inspiration,—not the pay!

Strawman [with an unctuous smile].

Pay is the first condition of a priest

In Asia, Africa, America,

Or where you will. Ah yes, if he were free,

My dear young friend, I willingly agree,

The thing might pass; but, being pledged and bound,