Cler. Thus Oroondates, when Statira[90] dismissed him her presence, threw himself at her feet, and implored permission but to live. [Offering to kneel.

Niece. And thus Statira raised him from the earth, permitting him to live and love. [Exit Cler.

Enter Aunt.

Aunt. Is not Mr. Pounce's conversation very improving, niece?

Niece. Is not Clerimont a very pretty name, aunt?

Aunt. He has so much prudence.

Niece. He has so much gallantry.

Aunt. So sententious in his expressions.

Niece. So polished in his language.