University of Virginia Library

Scene I.

Adeline and Vincent.—(Mr. Gray's House.)
Vin.
She is a lovely girl.

Ade.
And rich as lovely.

Vin.
I wish I knew her better.

Ade.
One day is not enough, friend Vin., to know
The mind of woman; many days must go,
And many thoughts.

Vin.
You will assist me, Adeline.

Ade.
So far as in me lies,—I know not Mary.

Vin.
But the sex is in your favor.

Ade.
I know not that.

(Enter Henry.)
Vin.
You made a good report on botany.

Hen.
I'm glad you think so. 'T is a fair study,
To spy into the pretty hearts of flowers,
To read their delicacies, so near to.
But Vincent, science at the best
Demands but little justice at my hands,
It has its masters, has its oracles,
I am content to gather by the wall,
Some little flowers that sport a casual life,
To hover on the wing; who comes?—'T is Chester.

(Exit Chester.)
Ches.
Three frends in charming concert act their part.
But Henry, I have news for you.