025 Buss. 'Tis a plain case; the king's included in the punishment, in case he rebel against the people.
Pol. But how can he rebel?
Cur. I'll make it out: Rebellion is an insurrection against the government; but they that have the power are actually the government; therefore, if the people have the power, the rebellion is in the king.
Buss. A most convincing argument for faction.
Cur. For arming, if you please, but not for faction:
For still the faction is the fewest number:
So what they call the lawful government,
Is now the faction; for the most are ours.
Pol. Since we are proved to be above the king, I would gladly understand whom we are to obey, or, whether we are to be all kings together?
Cur. Are you a member of the League, and ask that question? There's an article, that, I may say, is as necessary as any in the creed; namely, that we, the said associates, are sworn to yield ready obedience, and faithful service, to that head which shall be deputed.
Buss. 'Tis most manifest, that, by virtue of our oath, we are all subjects to the Duke of Guise. The king's an officer that has betrayed his trust; and therefore we have turned him out of service.
Omn. Agreed, agreed.
Enter the Duke of Guise, Cardinal of Guise, Aumale: Torches before them. The Duke takes the Chair.