Enter Alain.

Man. Tell one of the grooms to saddle Black Harry.

Alain. Sir!

Des. What?

Mad. L. No—no—

Man. [To Alain.] Did you hear my order?

Alain. Yes, sir. [Aside.] There'll be work for the Doctor to-day.

[Exit.

Bev. [Aside.] Good.

Man. Pray do not fear, Madame, I have been used to restive horses. I'll just make his acquaintance now, and if I can succeed in gaining a small portion of his esteem, I will do myself the honor of riding him daily until he is fit for your daughter's use.