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sure, but truly, between you and I, although I did make a kind of whimpering at the first, I was not ill pleased afterwards to be rid of her; for, truly, sir, a man who has got an ill tempered wife, has but a dog's life of it at the best.—Will you have your glass of water, sir?

''Har. (Looking at him with dissatisfaction.)'' No, no, take it away; I have told you a hundred times not to bring me that chalky water from the court- yard. (Turns away from him.)

Har. My dear Colonel, this is kind; I am very glad to see you.

Col. It is so seldom that a young fellow has any inclination for the company of an old man, that I should feel myself vain of the summons you have sent me, were I not afraid, from this dishabille, my dear Harwood, that you are indisposed.

Har. You are very good; I am not indisposed. I have indeed been anxious—I rested indifferently last night—I hope I see you well.

Col. Very well, as you may guess from the speed I have made in coming to you. These legs do not always carry me so fast; but you have something particular to say to me.

Har. I am very sensible of your friendship.—Pray, Colonel, be seated—(They sit down—a long pause,—Colonel Hardy, like one expecting to hear something; Harwood, like one who knows not how