But indeed I do not need it.
Ph. ’Tis plain to me you do.
A runaway just returned, afraid to face his father,
Fearful lest in his absence his mistress have proved untrue—
Not need a friend? Why a friend is just what you do need,
To discover for you the state of affairs, and put you in train.
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Clin. Though, sir, I were quite content to reckon upon your zeal,
Maybe you overrate your ability.
Ph.Not at all.