I return to my dear old home and
I believe my son will be very happy to see me back and in good health.
Roger: (aside)
Not as happy as we would be to know you are well--but elsewhere.
Richly:
Children owe a good deal to fathers who work tirelessly to leave them
well off.
Roger: (aside)
Yes; but not to those who return so inopportunely.
Richly:
I don't wish to delay anymore entering home and giving my son the
pleasure of knowing I'm safely returned. I believe the poor boy will
die of joy to see me.
Roger: (aside)
It wouldn't surprise me if he's already half dead just knowing you're
here. But it's necessary to meet him.
(Aloud)
What do I see? Just Heaven--am I awake--is it a ghost?
Richly:
I believe if I am not deceived, that it's Roger.
Roger:
Indeed, it is Mr. Richly himself--or else the devil in his shape.
Seriously speaking, is it you, my dear master?
Richly:
Yes, it's me, Roger. How've you been?
Roger:
As you see, sir, very much at your service like a faithful servant,
bright eyed and bushy-tailed--and always ready to obey you.
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