Act IV, Scene V

Enter EUCLIO, from the Temple, with the pot of money.

EUC. (to himself). I had thought that there was the very greatest dependence upon Faith; very nearly had she played me a pretty trick. If the raven hadn't come to my assistance, to my sorrow I should have been undone. Troth, I very much wish that raven would come to me which gave me the warning, that I might say something kind to him; for I would as soon give him something to eat as lose it. Now I'm thinking of a lonely spot where I shall hide this. The grove of Sylvanus, outside of the wall, is unfrequented, and planted with many a willow; there will I choose a spot. I'm determined to trust Sylvanus, rather than Faith. (Exit.)

STRO. (re-appearing from his hiding-place). Capital! capital! the Gods will me to be safe and preserved! Now will I run before to that place, and climb up into some tree, and thence will I watch where the old fellow hides the gold. Although my master bade me remain here, I'm resolved rather to risk a mishap along with emolument. (Exit.)