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THE HOUR-GLASS
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the whole country with belief enough for a lover's oath. Can't you be quiet now, and not always wanting to have arguments? It must be terrible to have a mind like that.
Wise Man
Then I am lost indeed.
Bridget
Leave me alone now, I have to make the bread for you and the children.
[She goes into kitchen.
Wise Man
Children, children!
Bridget
Your father wants you, run to him.
[Children run in.
Wise Man
Come to me, children. Do not be afraid.