Dal. [Aside.] My two bastards! I am undone: what shall I do with them?

Lop. [Aside.] The devil take my damned grand-children for their unseasonable visit.

San. Welcome, welcome: They're come a mumming[60] to grace my wedding, I'll warrant you.

Carl. I begin to suspect they come to sup and lodge, as well as dine here.

Lop. [To Nurse.] There's two pistoles for you; take them away, and bring them again to-morrow morning.

Nurse. Thank your honour.—Come away, children; but first I must deliver a note to this gentleman.—Don Carlos, I am sure you remember me. [Gives him a Note.

Carl. Did not you wait on Donna Leonora, the Conde's sister?

Nurse. Have you forgotten Ynez, the faithful trustee of your affection? Read your letter; there's better news than you deserve. [Carlos reads his Letter to himself.

Dal. [To Nurse.] Steal away, dear nurse, while he's reading, and there's more money for you:—fear not, you shall be duly paid; for I am married to one who can provide for them.

Nurse. [To her.] Well, I'll keep your credit; but remember. [Exit Nurse, with the Children.