The Taming of the Shrew


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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. A trumpet sounds  
Sirrah, go see what trumpet 'tis that sounds:  
Exit Servingman  
Belike, some noble gentleman that means,  
Travelling some journey, to repose him here.  
Re-enter Servingman  
How now! who is it?  
Servant  
An't please your honour, players  
That offer service to your lordship.  
Lord  
Bid them come near.  
Enter Players  
Now, fellows, you are welcome.  
Players  
We thank your honour.  
Lord  
Do you intend to stay with me tonight?  
A Player  
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:  
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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.  
A Player  
I think 'twas Soto that your honour means.  
Lord  
'Tis very true: thou didst it excellent.  
Well, you are come to me in a happy time;  
The rather for I have some sport in hand  
Wherein your cunning can assist me much.  
There is a lord will hear you play to-night:  
But I am doubtful of your modesties;  


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