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SCENE I] THE MOURNING BRIDE 425
Knowing no remedy for what is past;
And urged by nature pleading for his child,
With which he seems to be already shaken.
And though I know he hates beyond the grave
Anselmo's race; yet if—that if concludes me.
To doubt, when I may be assured, is folly.
But how prevent the captive queen, who means
To set him free? Ay, now 'tis plain; O well
Invented tale! He was Alphonso's friend.
This subtle woman will amuse the king
If I delay.—'Twill do—or better so.—
One to my wish.—
Enter ALDNZD.
Alonzo, thou art welcome.
Alon. The king expects your lordship.
Gon. 'Tis no matter.
I'm not i' the way at present, good Alonzo.
Alon. If't please your lordship, I'll return, and say
I have not seen you.
Gon. Do, my best Alonzo.
Yet stay, I would—but go; anon will serve—
Yet I have that requires thy speedy help.
I think thou wouldst not stop to do me service.
Alon. I am your creature.
Gon. Say thou art my friend.
I've seen thy sword do noble execution.
Alon. All that it can your lordship shall command.
Gon. Thanks! and I take thee at thy word; thou'st seen
Among the followers of the captive queen,
Dumb men, who make their meaning known by signs?
Alon. I have, my lord.
Gon. Couldst thou procure with speed
And privacy, the wearing garb of one
Of those, though purchased by his death, I'd give
Thee such reward as should exceed thy wish.
Alon. Conclude it done. Where shall I wait your lordship?
Gon. At my apartment. Use thy utmost diligence;
And say I've not been seen—haste, good Alonzo.
[Exit ALONZO.
So, this can hardly fail. Alphonso slain,