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If it be husbanded with modesty.

1. Hun.

My lord, I warrant you we will play our part

As he shall think by our true diligence

He is no less than what we say he is.

Lord.

Take him up gently and to bed with him,

And each one to his office when he wakes.

Some bear out Sly.

Sound trumpets.

Sirrah, go see what trumpet ’tis that sounds.

[Exit Servingman.]

Belike some noble gentleman that means

(Travelling some journey) to repose him here.

Enter Servingman.

How now? who is it?

Serv.

An’t please your honor, players

That offer service to your lordship.

Enter Players.

Lord. Bid them come near. Now, fellows, you are welcome.

Players. We thank your honor.

Lord. Do you intend to stay with me to-night?

2. Play. So please your lordship to accept our duty.

Lord.

With all my heart. This fellow I remember

Since once he play’d a farmer’s eldest son.

’Twas where you woo’d the gentlewoman so well.

I have forgot your name; but sure that part

Was aptly fitted and naturally perform’d.

[1. Play.]