Scene 3.—Sitting-Room—Table and Rocking-Chair.

Enter Mrs. Gaines, R., followed by Sampey.

Mrs. Gaines. I do wish your master would come; I want supper. Run to the gate, Sampey, and see if he is coming.

[Exit Sampey, L.

That man is enough to break my heart. The patience of an angel could not stand it.

Enter Sampey, L.

Samp. Yes, missis, master is coming.

Enter Dr. Gaines, L.

[The Doctor walks about with his hands under his coat, seeming very much elated.