Is thus to perish! Haply the dread tale
May slay her too—for heaven is merciful.
—’Twill be a bitter task!
[Exit Constance.
Scene II.—A ruined Tower surrounded by woods.
Procida, Vittoria.
Pro. Thy vassals are prepared, then?
Vit. Yes; they wait
Thy summons to their task.
Pro. Keep the flame bright,