[SCENE II.]—an apartment at sir Willoughby’s.—Enter sir Willoughby, and William meeting him, the latter delivers a letter.
Will. The gentleman desired me to say he is below, sir.
Sir W. Hey! (reads) “My dear Worret, I hope that a long absence from my native land has not obliterated the recollection of our friendship. I have thought it right to adopt this method of announcing my return, lest my too sudden appearance should hurt your feelings, by deranging the delicate nerves of your amiable lady” Hey!
“Ever yours,
“FREDERICK FALKNER.”
Bless my soul! Falkner alive? show the gentleman up.
Will. He’s here, sir.
Enter Falkner.
Falk. My old friend, I rejoice to see you.
Sir W. Friend Falkner, I shan’t attempt to say how welcome your return is. We all thought you dead and buried. Where have you been all these years?