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HAMILTON
Hamilton.
I regret to have to refuse you, Mr. Jefferson, but as I said my decision is irrevocable.
[Going up stage between end of sofa and table c.
Jefferson.
I think you said as irrevocable as our decision regarding your bill.
Hamilton.
[Turning and apparently trying to recall it.] Did I? I think I did.
Jefferson.
Suppose we—make—a—concession.
Hamilton.
[Coming back to Jefferson.] Strike a bargain, do you mean?
Jefferson.
Well, I wouldn't care to use that word, Mr. Hamilton.
Hamilton.
No? We won't use it, then. We'll call it concession.
[Moves to front of sofa again.
Jefferson.
Suppose we pass your Bill in return for the Capital?
Hamilton.
[With an assumption of astonishment.] Why, gentlemen, this is a surprising proposal. I fear I must have time to think it over.
[Sits on little chair in front of sofa.
