Scene II.

The Emir Mansor and Saladin.

Emir, you're welcome! What has happened to you,

Mansor? we have expected you for long.

This letter will explain how, in Thebais,

Some discontents required the sabred hand

Of Abulkassen. But, since then, our march

Has been pressed forward.

I believe it all.

But take, good Mansor--take, without delay,

Another escort if you will proceed,

And take the treasure on to Lebanon:

The greater part is destined for my father.

Most willingly.

And let your escort be

A strong and trusty one, for Lebanon

Is far from quiet, and the Templars there

Are on the stir again; be cautious, then

Come, I must see your troop, and order all.

(To a slave.) Say I shall presently return to Sittah.