Asca. Then, as young as I am, sir, I am beforehand with you; for I am in love already. I would fain make the first proof of my manhood upon a nun: I find I have a mighty grudging to holy flesh.
Fred. I'll ply Lucretia again, as soon as ever her devotion's over. Methinks these nuns divide their time most admirably; from love to prayers, from prayers to love; that is, just so much sin, just so much godliness.
Asca. Then I can claim that sister's love by merit. Half man, half boy; for her half flesh, half spirit.
[Exeunt.
SCENE II.—A Street.
Aurelian and Camillo.
Aur. I'll proceed no farther, if Benito goes: I know his folly will produce some mischief.
Cam. But Violetta desired me, in her note, to bring him, on purpose to pass the time with her woman, Beatrix.
Aur. That objection's easily removed: I'll supply Benito's place; the darkness will prevent discovery; and, for my discourse, I'll imitate the half wit and patched breeding of a valet de chambre.
Cam. But how shall we get rid of him?
Aur. Let me alone for that.