La. Alb. That's better. He shall beg

My pardon. [Seats herself]

Mar. How canst think of things so slight

When even now your brother may be lost?

La. Alb. I lose no kingdom with him. That's your theme,

And, lord, you don't neglect it.

Mar. [Walking away from her] O, for word!

Surely some word has come!

La. Alb. Would I were home!