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And that so keenWould the engulphing waves Had fifty fathom deep entombed him!

Bast. Speak not so loud: pass on; we are within The observation of a prying household, Pass on, and presently I'll bring you notice Of what you would. I pray you, stop not here!

Page. He would have chid me shrewdly.

Gar. He is, indeed, an angry, ruthless man, And Bastiani no slight task will have To keep his wrath from mischief. To the legate I'll hie me straight, and ask his better counsel: So fare thee well, sweet child.

Page. Nay, take me with you; I'm afraid to stay. I can my prayers and an Ave-Maria say, The legate will not chide me.

Gar. Nay, stay behind; thou art secure, poor elph! I'll soon return again.[.

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