The works of John Dryden, $c now first collected in eighteen volumes. $p Volume 06 by John Dryden
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_Wood._ Sure you expect some kindness in return.
_Aldo._ Faith, not much: Nature in me is at low water-mark; my body's a jade, and tires under me; yet I love to smuggle still in a corner; pat them down, and pur over them; but, after that, I can do them little harm. _Wood._ Then I'm acquainted with your business: You would be a kind of deputy-fumbler under me. _Aldo._ You have me right. Be you the lion, to devour the prey; I am your jackall, to provide it for you: There will be a bone for me to pick. _Wood._ Your humility becomes your age. For my part, I am vigorous, and throw at all. _Aldo._ As right as if I had begot thee! Wilt thou give me leave to call thee son? _Wood._ With all my heart. _Aldo._ Ha, mad son! _Wood._ Mad daddy! _Aldo._ Your man told me, you were just returned from travel: What parts have you last visited? _Wood._ I came from France. |
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