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 Cromwell. I know. Willis. Garland and Plinlimmon. Cromwell.What! he? Willis. And Barkstead, one of those who slew The King! Cromwell [as if suddenly awakened. To whom speak you? Willis [bowing low, in much perturbation. O, pardon, Sire! In heaven's name! A habit of long use, Acquired in service of the other race. That phrase cannot impair your majesty. Cromwell [aside.]His flattery doth aggravate the blow. The bungling fool! [Aloud.] Enough.
 * [Pointing to the list.] And are these all

The Puritans? Willis. Yes, Sire. Cromwell [aside.] An inquiry I'll hold.
 * [to .] The leaders of the Cavaliers?

Willis.Your kindness will permit me to withhold Their names. They all are one-time friends of mine Whom it would pain me sorely to betray; And I am watching them; in any case They'll not escape. Cromwell. 'Tis well! 'tis very well! [Aside. All cowards have their scruples.
 * [Aloud.] By all means

Respect your comrades' secret.
 * [Aside.] In good sooth

I know their names. What different types of men Supplied these lists: Willis, the Puritans,