That he cometh too late of this blossom to pluck.

Let him keep him there still, or at least-wise make no haste;

As for his labour hither he shall spend in waste.

His betters be in place now.

M. Merry. As long as it will hold.

C. Custance (aside). I will be even with thee, thou

beast, thou may'st be bold.

R. Roister. Will ye have us then?

C. Custance. I will never have thee.