talking impertinence, as an ape is a much more troublesome animal
than a parrot.

ARAM. Ay, cousin, and 'tis a sign the creatures mimic nature well;
for there are few men but do more silly things than they say.

BELL. Well, I find my apishness has paid the ransom for my speech,
and set it at liberty--though, I confess, I could be well enough
pleased to drive on a love-bargain in that silent manner--'twould
save a man a world of lying and swearing at the year's end.
Besides, I have had a little experience, that brings to mind -

When wit and reason both have failed to move;
Kind looks and actions (from success) do prove,
Ev'n silence may be eloquent in love.



ACT III.--SCENE I.



SCENE: The Street.

SILVIA and LUCY.

SILV. Will he not come, then?

LUCY. Yes, yes; come, I warrant him, if you will go in and be
ready to receive him.