OEDIPUS.
All thou hast said would have my full assent
Were not my mother still alive; but now,
Though thou say'st well, I cannot choose but fear.
JOCASTA.
A light of hope shines from your father's grave.
OEDIPUS.
Yes, but my mother lives, and fear with her.
MESSENGER.
What, lady, is the cause of your alarm?
OEDIPUS.
'Tis Merope, the Queen of Polybus.