Is mortal, since in vain I tried to staunch

The rushing blood; then bade them on a litter

Carry him hither gently. Here he comes.

Enter Citizens, bearing Asander on a litter, wounded.

Gycia. Oh, my love, thou art hurt! Canst thou forgive me?

I thought to save thee and the rest. I knew not,

I did not know! Oh, God!

Asan.

I do believe thee.