Matt. And a year or two ago you went just a little bit off the straight——
Lucas. Oh no I didn't.
Matt. I want to know——
Lucas. Thank you, no more thumbscrew. I'm out of this before it goes any further.
Matt. It isn't going any further. [Putting his hand on Lucas's shoulder.] Give me your word of honor——
Lucas. That's all very well, it wasn't a very bad case, and I don't think you should have brought it up. But as you have—well, I did meet a lady, and I was very much attracted to her, but I summoned all my resolution, and there the matter ended.
Pilcher. I think I may claim a victory here.
Lucas. So please put in your sovereign.
Matt. [Very seriously.] If you will give me your word of honor that you have absolutely broken off——
Lucas. Yes, yes, of course I have.