Vin. Because he is so eager to talk always, and there is no other way to silence him.
Enter Waiter.
Wait. Here is a gentleman desires to speak with Mr. Vincent.
Vin. I come. [Exit Vincent with Waiter.
Dap. He may drink, because he is obliged to the bottle for all the wit and courage he has; 'tis not free and natural like yours.
Ran. He has more courage than wit, but wants neither.
Dap. As a pump gone dry, if you pour no water down you will get none out, so—
Ran. Nay, I bar similes too, to-night.
Dap. Why, is not the thought new? don't you apprehend it?