All that I do, and for my sake admire.

I wish that thou wert happier. Think, Poppæa,

What cause thou hast, being for thy peerless beauty

Chosen the world’s Augusta. I could wish

Thou didst smile oftener.

Pop.Well, consider, love,

I have cause for care.

Ner.I wish that thou couldst sing:

Music can cheer. Dost thou remember once,

When thou wast fearful in a thunderstorm,