Duke. You shall; and this shall be the seal of my affection. [Gives the letter.
There take it, my Lucretia: I give it with more joy,
Than I with grief received it.

Luc. Good night; I'll thank you for't some other time.

Duke. You'll not abuse my love?

Luc. No; but secure my honour.

Duke. I'll force it from your hands. [Lucretia runs.

Luc. Help, help, or I am ravished! help, for heaven's sake!

Hippolita, Laura, and Violetta, within, at several places.

Within. Help, help Lucretia! they bear away Lucretia by force.

Duke. I think there's a devil in every corner.

Enter Valerio.