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 graciously consented to remain still with the army, and not to part from us without our approbation thereof, so we, collectively and each in particular, in the stead of an oath personally taken, do, hereby oblige ourselves—likewise by him honorably and faithfully to hold, and in nowise whatsoever from him to part, and to be ready to shed for his interests the last drop of our blood, so far, namely, as ''our oath to the Emperor will permit it. (These last words are repeated by Isolani.)'' In testimony of which we subscribe our names."

Now!—are you willing to subscribe to this paper?

Why should he not? All officers of honour Can do it, ay must do it.—Pen and ink here!

Nay, let it rest till after meal.

Come, Max! (Both seat themselves at their table.)

Have you the copy with you, Neumann? Give it. It may be chang'd for the other? Rh