Captain We look so much alike that the finest painters would be easily deceived. Even our own father considered putting a sign on us to tell us apart.

Spruce I've heard the story of your life several times. What has that story got to do with our present troubles?

Captain
You will be astonished. This trunk belongs to my brother!

Spruce
How about that?

Captain
And I learn from this letter that our uncle is dead—

Spruce
Amazing—

Captain —and has left all his money to this twin of mine.

Spruce
That is surprising news—no doubt about it. What good does that do?

Captain
Listen attentively. This is worth a good deal of reflection.

Spruce
I'm listening.