And now am I sent to dame Christian Custance;

But I fear it will end with a mock for pastance.[93]

I bring her a ring with a token in a clout,

And by all guess this same is her house out of doubt.

I know it now perfect, I am in my right way;

And lo! yond the old nurse that was with us last day.


ACTUS II., SCÆNA 2.

Madge Mumblecrust, Dobinet Doughty.

M. Mumbl. I was ne'er so shoke[94] up afore, since I was born: