Cas. He may be formidable then to us?

That thou wouldst say.

Sosib. No; for you know him grateful.

Cas. Would thou wouldst learn to speak without a double,

Thou Delphian statesman! [Rises.

Sosib. Would I could know your wishes, that I might!

I would but smooth their way, and make them easy. [Bowing.

Cas. Good old man! [Smiling.

A little over zealous, but well-meaning.

My wishes are the honour of my king;