this does not succeed, we will send him to the bath.

APO. This is the _beau-ideal_ of physic.




SCENE IX.--ERASTE, 1ST PHYSICIAN, APOTHECARY.

ERA. (_to the_ PHYSICIAN). It was I, Sir, who sent to you few
days ago about a relation of mine who is not quite right in his mind;
and I want him to live in your house, as it would be more convenient
for you to attend to him, and to prevent him from being seen by too
many people.

1ST PHY. Yes, Sir, I have got everything ready; and I will take the
utmost care of him.

ERA. Here he is.

1ST PHY. That is most fortunate; for I have with me just now an old
physician, a friend of mine, with whom I should be glad to consult
concerning this disorder.



SCENE X.--MR. DE POURCEAUGNAC, ERASTE, 1ST PHYSICIAN, APOTHECARY.

ERA. (_to_ MR. DE POURCEAUGNAC). I am obliged to leave you a
moment for a little affair which requires my presence; (_showing