She decided to make
use of it when you got here, so that she could get something from you.
McNaughten
Right. That's how she knew. But, I defy their plots!
Spruce (slyly)
If you had gone with her, (he gestures of someone being knocked over
the head) it might have been all over for you. For both of us, in
fact.
McNaughten
Thank God, I know how to protect myself. If they've got it in their
head to trick me-- Well it won't work with such beastly tricks as
these. I wasn't born yesterday.
Spruce
Better not stay in this place too long. The women of London have lures
that force the proudest hearts to succumb.
McNaughten
Your advice is good. Let's go in without lingering.
(Enter Urania and Jenny)
Jenny
You will see if I lie--. Speak to him. There he is!
(Aside)
The lout.
Urania
While I am dying of impatience to see you, you wait here quite
indifferent. Dinner is getting cold. You know I have no pleasure
except when you are by.
McNaughten
In truth, Madame, I must tell you that I am very surprised--
Spruce (aside)
Be careful, sir. One friendly word might--
McNaughten (aside)
Leave it to me.
(Aloud)
In my surprise-- I find it very surprising--your attractions are a
little distracting--and confound me. Besides-- My word, I don't know
what to say.
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