East.—Away with this perverseness—‘tis too much.

Nay, if you strive—‘tis monstrous affectation!

J. Sh.—Retire! I beg you leave me—

East.—Thus to coy it!

With one who knows you too.

J. Sh.—Help, oh, gracious Heaven!

Help! Save me! Help!

[Enter Dumont.

East.—Avaunt! base groom—

At distance wait, and know thy office better.