And for him as for the others.

Soon will come the time of infidelity.

(He disappears.)

Antonia (rising).

No, do not tempt me! go away,

Demon! I will no longer listen.

I have sworn to be his, my beloved awaits me,

I’m no longer my own and I can’t take myself back;

And a few moments since, on his heart adored

What eternal love did he not pledge me;