Her natural charms, heightened by her attire, and by the peculiar situation in which she was placed, elicited general admiration.
"As I live, 'tis the pretty tirewoman from Tottenham, engaged by Luke Hatton to attend on Aveline," cried Sir Francis; "but, 'fore Heaven, I have gained by the exchange.

I like her better than the other, and will go through with the ceremony.

Proceed, Sir Priest." At this declaration there was a shout of laughter from the assemblage; but the merriment was increased, when Do Gondomar, stepping up to the bride, said, "I forbid the marriage.

She belongs to me." "But my claim is paramount to that of your Excellency," cried the old usurer.
"I cannot admit it," rejoined the other.

"Let the damsel decide for herself." "Then I will accept neither," said Gillian.