You might obtain a post, which would ensure
A higher soon, and, by my influence, fail not
To rise. I speak of Brandenburgh, wherein
I stand well with the Elector[174]; in Bohemia,
Like you, I am a stranger, and we are now
Upon its frontier.
Ulr.You perceive my garb
Is Saxon, and, of course, my service due
To my own Sovereign. If I must decline180
Your offer, 'tis with the same feeling which