The works of John Dryden, $c now first collected in eighteen volumes. $p Volume 05 by John Dryden
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_Fisc._ It shall be told into her hand, or given her upon honour, in a lump: but, captain, you were saying you did want; now I should think three hundred doubloons would do you no great harm; they will serve to make you merry on the watch. _Per._ Must they be told into my wife's hand, too? _Fisc._ No, those you may receive yourself, if you dare merit them. _Per._ I am a Spaniard, sir; that implies honour: I dare all that is possible. _Fisc._ Then you dare kill a man. _Per._ So it be fairly. _Fisc._ But what if he will not be so civil to be killed that way? He is a sturdy fellow, I know you stout, and do not question your valour; but I would make sure work, and not endanger you, who are my friend. _Per._ I fear the governor will execute me. _Fisc._ The governor will thank you; 'Tis he shall be your pay-master; you shall have your pardon drawn up beforehand; and remember, no transitory sum, three hundred quadruples in your own country gold. _Per._ Well, name your man. _Enter_ JULIA. |
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