’Twould anger you to see it.
K.By heaven, I am angered
Before I see it. What is it thou wouldst hide?
Sa. It is a letter which I have intercepted
From Almeh to the prince. If you have pity
On your own flesh, beseech you, let me use it
As I judge fit.
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K.And well discovered now.
By God, wouldst thou play carrier? Give it to me.