The Gamester (1753) by Edward Moore
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would but encrease his shame and his affliction. Will Mr. Lewson
call this morning? _Char._ He said so last night. He gave me hints too, that he had suspicions of our friend Stukely. _Mrs. Bev._ Not of treachery to your Brother? That he loves play I know; but surely he is honest. _Char._ He would fain be thought so; therefore I doubt him. Honesty needs no pains to set itself off. _Mrs. Bev._ What now, Lucy? SCENE II. _Enter LUCY._ _Lucy_. Your old steward, madam. I had not the heart to deny him admittance, the good old man begged so hard for it. [_Exit._ SCENE III. _Enter JARVIS._ _Mrs. Bev._ Is this well, Jarvis? I desired you to avoid me. |
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