Princess—Yea, 'tis so.
[The King's voice is heard without.]
Knight [suddenly in alarm]—Ah, woe! woe! Here comes thy father. I must not flee, but fight.
Princess [clinging to Knight]—Oh! go not forth, my Knight!
Knight—That angry voice! I hoped never to hear more. I am young, I thought experienced. He is old, yet mighty.
King [enters]—Fight with me, Sir Knight, and defend your lady with your body. Do your best, for I am come to test your fame.
[Duel with swords, Knight falls.]
Knight—Alas! I am weak and my courage fails. Spare me, O King.
King—So, thou pleadest for mercy. Yea, mercy thou shalt have. But go thou away, far away. Be banished, nevermore to return.
[Knight departs mournfully.]