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Yea, more than one, that he may have a choice— Who may prove both a match of love and profit; But, hear you plainly, not to Alice Denison.

Oh, you are kind and noble! but my father

Say nought for him; he'll answer for himself: And through his maze of friendly compliments, I'll trace at last his veritable thoughts. (Taking her hand kindly.) Now, having thus so plainly told my mind, Look on me as a man to whom again You may as freely speak.

And so I will: The happiness of one, dear to us both, Requires that I should do it.

How so? is it of Alice you would speak?

Yes, but another time; for here comes Jessie.

(To .) How is she now? I hope she is asleep.

She has not slept, but lies composed and easy, And wishes now to see you.[Exit.