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Giles.
[r. c. in front of sofa.] I have nothing to say against Mr. Hamilton, but
Jay, Jefferson and Monroe.
Sh-sh!
[Monroe comes down r. behind Jefferson.
Giles.
[Loudly and pugnaciously.] I won't be muzzled. I am a trusted representative of Virginia, and it is my duty to do the best for my state.
Hamilton.
[c.] I think, gentlemen, we will not endeavor to restrain Mr. Giles in the execution of his duty.
Giles.
If Mrs. Hamilton will be good enough to retire
[Betsy looks toward Hamilton, rather worried and scared.
Hamilton.
No, gentlemen, with your permission I shall ask my wife to remain.
[Sensation. Slight pause. Hamilton moves to chair r. of table but does not sit.
Giles.
Oh, I see, you want to gag me.
Hamilton.
On the contrary, I am hoping that you will remove the seal from my own lips.
