But seeking for some other place to reign.

I think he cannot hope; but, lest he should,

Victoria soon shall be Don Garcia's bride.—

[To Ximena.] Go, madam, for I know you are in haste,

To greet your daughter with this goodly news.

Tell her, Alphonso is no more my son;

But tell her too, he shall not be her husband.

Bid her prepare herself to wed Navarre;

Whether by force, or by consent, I care not;

To-morrow shall determine that affair.