Cook. I'd see the devil have 'em first.——
[Exeunt Serjeant, &c.
Scene VI. In the cabin.
Lord Kidnapper, Captain Squires, and Chaplain.
Kidnapper. These blacks are no small acquisition, them and the Tories we have on board will strengthen us vastly; the thoughts of emancipation will make 'em brave, and the encouragement given them by my proclamation, will greatly intimidate the rebels—internal enemies are worse than open foes.——
Chaplain. Very true, My Lord; David prayed that he might be preserved from secret enemies.
Kidnapper. Aye, so I've heard, but I look upon this to be a grand manœuvre in politics; this is making dog eat dog—thief catch thief—the servant against his master—rebel against rebel—what think you of that, parson?
Chaplain. A house divided thus against itself cannot stand, according to scripture—My Lord, your observation is truly scriptural.
Kidnapper. Scripture? poh, poh—I've nothing to do with scripture—I mean politically, parson.
Chaplain. I know it very well; sure, My Lord, I understand you perfectly.