The Gamester (1753) by Edward Moore
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but I have found you, and will have vengeance. This is no place for
argument. _Lew._ Nor shall it be for violence. Imprudent man! who in revenge for fancied injuries, would pierce the heart that loves him! But honest friendship acts from itself, unmoved by slander, or ingratitude. The life you thirst for, shall be employed to serve you. _Bev._ 'Tis thus you would compound then! First do a wrong beyond forgiveness; and to redress it, load me with kindness unsolicited. I'll not receive it. Your zeal is troublesbme. _Lew._ No matter. It shall be useful. _Bev._ It will not be accepted. _Lew._ It must. You know me not. _Bev._ Yes; for the slanderer of my fame: who under shew of friendship, arraigns me of injustice; buzzing in every ear foul breach of trust, and family dishonour. _Lew._ Have I done this? Who told you so? _Bev._ The world. 'Tis talked of everywhere. It pleased you to add threats too: you were to call me to account --Why, do it now then; I shall be proud of such an arbiter. _Lew._ Put up your sword, and know me better. I never injured you. The base suggestion comes from Stukely: I see him and his aims. |
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