All now was well?

Laz. Is ’t I who make it wrong?

Ces. You meddled.

Prince. Are you ready?

Ces. Immediately.

Alas, alas! how shall my pen run clear

Of the thick fountain that is welling here!

Prince (aside). And I shall learn from you how that dark pair

Contrive to smile, Jealousy and Despair.

[Desk and papers brought in: exeunt Arias and Lazaro.