Sir Abel. To say the truth—why do you ask?
Gerald. I want answers, not questions—and depend on't 'tis your interest to answer me.
Handy, jun. An extraordinary fellow this!
Gerald. Would it break your heart to part with her!
Sir Abel. Who are you, sir, that——
Gerald. Answers—I want answers—would it break your heart, I ask?
Sir Abel. Why, not absolutely, I hope. Time, and philosophy, and——
Gerald. I understand—what sum of money wou'd you give to the man, who would dissolve your marriage contract?
Handy, jun. He means something, sir.
Sir Abel. Do you think so, Bob?