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