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 What have I done, my lord, to give offence? Richard.I verily believe that he doth flout me! Think'st thou again to cloak thy perfidy? I've seen my father, villain! He knows all! [Seeing that  is dumbfounded and speechless. Consider what reply thou'lt make to me. Rochester [aside. Damnation! it is true that one of us Serves as a spy to Cromwell! Can it be That he knows who I am? Richard. Methinks he laughs In secret. Rochester.Ah! my lord— Richard. Pray dost thou think That thou'lt escape me twice? Thy treachery Is all laid bare. My father's in a rage. Rochester.Yes, I am recognized, beyond a doubt Go to! we'll face the tempest gallantly. Richard.Coward! Rochester [aside.] 'Tis time to say good-bye to ruse And summon courage.
 * [Aloud.] Master Richard Cromwell,

Since you know who I am, you can unshamed Honour me with a duel. Each of us Owes to the other satisfaction. Choose you the hour, place and weapons; I Leave all to you. A worthy champion Am I, methinks. Richard. What! Richard Cromwell fight A duel with a spy! Rochester [aside.] Still in the dark! The insult comforts me. Richard. 'Neath thy snake's skin, Thy churchly gown, of duels dost thou prate?