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Sel. I'll take thy counsel.(to the Soldiers.) Follow, weary comrades.

SCENE II. A royal apartment. Elburga, as Queen, discovered sitting on a chair of state, with Dwina, Ladies, and Officers of State attending. Elb. We've waited long: how goes the day? know'st thou? (to First Officer.)

First Offi. As comes the light across this arched roof From those high windows, it should wear, methinks, Upon noon day.

Elb. And the procession to the royal chapel Should at this hour begin. The king, perchance, Is with affairs detain'd: go thou and see. (Exit First Officer. I am impatient now. (voice heard without.) What voice is that?

First Lad. 'Tis sadly wild.

Dwin. 'Tis sad but wond'rous sweet. Who may it be? List, list! she sings again.