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And would not be disturb'd. Prevent her coming; And say I would repose. Go, tell her quickly. [Exeunt severally.

It shall be done; I understand you, Madam; Those lofty plumes must grace the seat of honour, The chair of Don Henriquez.

Yes; and the chair of Don Henriquez's wife: See that they both be graced.

Never but once, (Lady, forgive the freedom of my words,) Never but once before was chair of state Beneath this roof so crested: years gone by, When Don Henriquez's father, from the king, Held in these parts, then threaten'd with commotions, A regent's power. And then his noble lady, Although the blood of kings ran in her veins,