Bacch. Did I know any thing, to gain your credit,

More sacred than an oath, I’d use it, Laches,

In solemn protestation to assure you

That I have had no commerce with your son

Since he was married.

Lach. Good girl! but dy’e know

What I would farther have you do?

Bacch. Inform me.

Lach. Go to the women here, and offer them

The same oath. Satisfy their minds, and clear