Now, I am told, ’tis whisper’d all about,

That she’s a citizen of Athens— (Loud.)

Chremes. How!

Davus. And that by law he will be forc’d to wed her.

Mysis. Why prithee is she not a citizen?

Chremes. What a fine scrape was I within a hair

Of being drawn into! (To himself.)

Davus. What voice is that? (Turning about.)

Oh Chremes! you are come in time. Attend!

Chremes. I have heard all already.