By the faith of my body and the Holy Rood!
The Stranger.
Then.... [Going to Arthur she whispers in his ear.]
The Giant.
[Without.] Arthur, for the third time of asking....
Arthur.
[Breaking into immoderate mirth, on hearing the Stranger’s whispered communication.] Oh, ho, ho! Let blow! Let blow! [While speaking he hastens to the window, the while horns are blown and great excitement prevails.] Hark, ye, varlet! Learn now from Arthur the true answer to your rede: What is it that all women do most desire? [There is an expectant hush, as the King pauses before announcing.] Their own sweet will, that they may do in all things as they list!
[Immoderate laughter seizes the assemblage, and all repeat.]
All.