Phil. All this, and more than this, I dare to say.

I dare to tell you that I like you much,

For you are amiable, refined, and good—

Saving a little girlish diffidence

I have no serious fault to find with you!

Zeo. You’re very good!

Phil.Indeed, I think I am,

But let that pass. In truth I like you much.

At first I loved you in an off-hand way!

Zeo. At first?