[Drums and Trumpets within.

Arthur is marching onward to the fort.

I have but one recourse, and that's to Oswald;—

But will he fight for me, whom I have injured?

No, not for me, but for himself he must.

I'll urge him with the last necessity;

Better give up my mistress than my life.

His force is much unequal to his rival;—

True; but I'll help him with my utmost art,

And try to unravel fate. [Exit.