Fel. Well?
Ped. I’ll tell you.
Juan. If I be in your way—
Ped. No, no, sir, if you are Felix’s friend you command my confidence. My story is easily told. A lady I am courting in Alcalá is suddenly come up to Madrid, and I am come after her. And to escape my father’s wrath at playing truant, I must beg sanctuary in your house awhile.
Fel. And this once will owe me thanks for your entertainment, since I have Don Juan’s company to offer you.
Juan. Nay, ’tis I have to thank you for Don Pedro’s.
Fel. Only remember, both of you, that however you may amuse one another, you are not to entertain me with your several hearts and darts. Hernando, get us something to eat; and till it comes you shall set off rationally at least, Juan, with the account of the royal nuptials you were beginning just as Don Pedro came in.
Juan. On condition you afterwards recount to me your rejoicings in Madrid meanwhile.
Fel. Agreed.
Ped. I come in happy time to hear you both.