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Devil. And give no more good things to Tony than the rest, or I will(starting back upon hearing a loud knocking at the street-door.) What's that?

Lady S. (raising her head, and seeing him farther off.) No more good things to Tony than the rest! It was no devil that spoke those words, I'm sure. (taking courage, and getting up.)

''Devil. (aside, after moving farther off and listening.)'' Faith I'll turn and give her a claw yet! I shall never have another opportunity. (approaching her again.)

Lady S. Get along! I know you well enough: you are no devil, but a rascally knave. (setting herself in a posture of defence, when a noise is heard without, and he, taking alarm, makes a hasty exit into the adjoining chamber.)

Sea. Where is this devil that Pry has been telling me of?

Lady S. (pointing to the adjoining room.) Follow him my dear Sir Anthony! Follow after the rascal. (Exit Seabright into the adjoining room.)

Lady S. (calling to him.) Be sure you don't let him escape.—Have you caught him yet?

''Sea. (within)'' Yes, I've caught' him.

Lady S. Give him a good beating then; don't spare him! he's a good brawny devil! O don't spare him! (A great scuffle is heard within, and Sea. calls to Lady S.) I'm dealing with him roughly enough, if that will satisfy you. (he then calls out as if speaking to the