Chapter 111

_Enter DEMEA._

DEM. Confusion! I have heard that Ctesipho Was present with his brother at this riot. This is the sum of all my miseries, If he, even he, a sober, hopeful lad, May be seduc'd into debaucheries. --But where shall I inquire for him? I warrant They have decoy'd him into some vile brothel. That profligate persuaded him, I'm sure. --But here comes Syrus; he can tell me all. And yet this slave is of the gang; and if He once perceives that I'm inquiring for him, He'll never tell me any thing; a rogue! I'll not discover my design.

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_Harper_ [end of speech, from line --But here comes Syrus ...] _Colman 1768_ --But here comes Syrus.--I shall know from him What is become of Ctesipho.--And yet This rascal's of the gang; and if he once Perceives that I'm enquiring after him, He'll never tell, a villain!--I'll take care To cover my design.]