ACT IV
TABLEAU VII
The Robbery
The Stage represents the outside of the Excise Office in Chessel’s Court. At the back, L.C., an archway opening on the High Street. The door of the Excise in wing, R.; the opposite side of the stage is lumbered with barrels, packing-cases, etc. Moonlight; the Excise Office casts a shadow over half the stage. A clock strikes the hour. A round of the City Guard, with halberts, lanterns, etc., enters and goes out again by the arch, after having examined the fastenings of the great door and the lumber on the left. Cry without in the High Court: “Ten by the bell and a fine clear night.” Then enter cautiously by the arch, Smith and Moore, with Ainslie loaded with tools
SCENE I
Smith, Moore, Ainslie
Smith (entering first). Come on, coast clear.
Moore (after they have come to the front). Ain’t he turned up yet?
Smith (to Ainslie). Now, Maggot! The fishing’s a-going to begin.