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  [Aside.]How can I strike that blow? Ludlow.Let's say no more, but strike. Let the accurst Now settle his account with the elect!

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Overton.Lord General. Lambert. How now? Overton. One word, an 't please you. Lambert.I hear.

Overton. Is your hand sure? Lambert. D'ye doubt it? Overton. Ay. Lambert [haughtily.]Sirrah! Overton. Nay, listen:—To lay Cromwell low, We place the sword of Israel in your hand. You we have chosen to tear away the veil And of this ghastly drama cut the knot. But you with terror at your heart received The honour Overton would joyfully Have purchased with his blood. You would have liked That others should perform your task for you. I know you well: ambitious, but a coward!