Nor shall my hated rival live to see

That hour which envious fate denies to me.

Now seal we both our vows with one dear kiss.

Vict. No; 'tis a hot, and an incestuous bliss!

Let both be satisfied with what we swore;

I dare not give it, lest I give you more.

[Exit Victoria, looking back on him, and he gazing on her.

Alph. Oh raging, impious, and yet hopeless fire!

Not daring to possess what I desire;