Now will I, in my old way, discover the whole and real truth of the matter to him, that he may not suspect one word on't.
No mask like open truth to cover lies,
As to go naked is the best disguise. (William Congreve)

Now will I, in my old way, discover the whole and real truth of the matter to him, that he may not suspect one word on't. No mask like open truth to cover lies, As to go naked is the best disguise.

William Congreve

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