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.