The Ship: Or, the Wishes (27)

But leaving them out of the case, do you consider that you have good security for the continuance of your health? Look at the number of rich men whose lives are made miserable by their infirmities: some are crippled, others are blind, others have internal diseases, Say what you will, I am sure that for double your wealth you would not consent to be a weakling like rich Phanomachus; not to mention the artful designs, the robberies, the envy, and the unpopularity that are inseparable from wealth. See what troubles your treasure will land you in!

You are always against me, Lycinus. I shall cancel your quart now, for this last piece of spite.

That is so like a rich man, to draw back and break his promise; a good beginning! Now, Samippus, it is your turn to wish.