But nothing will advance; no, not a moment.60

What you decree—decree.

Chief of the Ten.‍With this, then, must we

Return to those who sent us?

Doge.‍You have heard me.

Chief of the Ten. With all due reverence we retire.

[Exeunt the Deputation, etc.

Enter an Attendant.

Att.‍My Lord,

The noble dame Marina craves an audience.