I am not merry; but I do beguile the thing I am, by seeming otherwise

I am not merry; but I do beguile the thing I am, by seeming otherwise

The quote "I am not merry; but I do beguile the thing I am, by seeming otherwise" is spoken by the character Beatrice in William Shakespeare's play Much Ado About Nothing. Beatrice is known for her sharp wit and independent spirit, and this line reveals a deeper layer to her character.