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''First Pr. (coming forward.)'' Rebellious Thanes, ye see a deed of justice. Here rest ye, and another day of life Enjoy together: at this hour to-morrow We'll visit you, and then, by lot determin'd. Another head must fail. So wills the king.

First Th. What words are these?

Sec. Th. Do thine ears catch their sense?

Third Th. I cannot tell thee; mine confus'dly sound.

''First Pr. (raising his voise louder.)'' To-morrow at this hour we'll visit you, And here again, selected by the lot, Another head must fall. Till then, farewel! Another day of life enjoy securely: Much happiness be with you,