It is my brother’s death that makes her thus.
Ahab.
It shakes us all. You understand, Duke Jehu,
The cause of this, without my saying more.
Jehu.
My lord, I understand.
But yet suggest some trial or enquiry
Into my dealings.
Ahab.
Do not think of it.
For these unhappy things which bruise men’s hearts
Tear women’s hearts across. Let us proceed.
I declare war against the Syrians
For breach of treaty. We will march at once.
Joram.
Though wounded, I will march, for I’ll repay
The Syrians what I owe. Come, prophet, spread
The news throughout the city.
Prophet.