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Man. I would not move that luggage till you came. (Pointing to certain things.)

De Mon. Move what thou wilt, and trouble me no more.

Enter ''bearing wine, &c. on a salver. As he approaches De Monfort, Manuel pulls him by the sleeve.''

''Man. (Aside to'' Jerome.) No, do not now; he will not be disturb'd.

Jer. What not to bid him welcome to my house, And offer some refreshment?

Man.No, good Jerome. Softly, a little while; I pri'thee do.

''Jer. (Aside'' to Manuel.) Ah, Manuel, what an alter'd man is here! His eyes are hollow, and his cheeks are pale— He left this house a comely gentleman.

De Mon. Who whispers there?

Man.'Tis your old landlord, Sir.

Jer. I joy to see you here—I crave your pardon— I fear I do intrude.—