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From thee, as cadets from an elder born, Thy chearing equal kindness.

Serv. The Count is now at leisure to receive The Lord of Falkenstein, and Rodolph Hartman.

Hart. We shall attend him shortly. (Exit Servant.) (Aside to Theo.)—Must we now Our purpos'd suit to some pretended matter Of lighter import change?

Theo. (to Hart, aside.) Assuredly.— Madam, I take my leave with all devotion.

Hart. I with all friendly wishes. [ Theo. and Hart.

Cath. Madam, you're thoughtful; something occupies Your busy mind.

Or. What was't we talk'd of, when the worthy Banneret With Falkenstein upon our converse broke?

Cath. How we should spend our time, when in your castle You shall your state maintain in ancient splendour, With all your vassals round you.

Or. Aye, so it was.

Al. And you did say, my Lady,