Pam. Truly, he and I are not of the same mind then; but prithee now, Charinus, tell me, has nothing passed between you and Philumena?
Char. Ah! Pamphilus, nothing.
Pam. I wish with all my soul there had!
Char. I implore you then, by all the ties of friendship, and tried affection, never to wed her: this is my first request.
Pam. Never! if I can help it, believe me.
Char. But if you cannot grant me this, and earnestly desire the match——
Pam. I desire it!
Char. At least defer it for a day or two, that I may go from here, and avoid the misery of being obliged to witness it.
Pam. Listen to me, Charinus; I think it is by no means the part of a man of honour to claim thanks, where none are due to him. I am more desirous to avoid Philumena, than you are to obtain her.
Char. My dearest friend! your words have given me new life.