Strephon (sighing). And for years you've been first in my mind!

Chloe (aside). My! Isn't it nice to be courted like this?

I believe I could buy 'em both up with a kiss!

Corydon (gloating). Love, you dance just as Perdita danced!

You must be a Princess in disguise.

Strephon (aside). And not long since he swore that she pranced

Likes a clown who contends for a prize.

Chloe (bridling). Me a Princess? Oh la! that's your fun.

You know that my feyther was Hodge!

Strephon (aside). Of course; but, providing she's won,