Come, Whetstone, said he, you’re a practical man. The most practical man in love is the most fanciful. Come to the masquerade to-night in a heroic character.—And I’m going.
Bluegrass.
What kind of a hero will you assume to be?
Whetstone.
Oh, any kind, just so it’s a hero. I can outdo any of them.
Bluegrass [perceiving Punch].
Hello! my friend, can you tell us where to get masquerade suits?
Punch.
Yonder, gentlemens. [Pointing to a neighboring shop.] I recommends him. He is a good neighbor and an honest man. Good day, gentlemens.
[Punch slips into his shop by a side door.