Jaq. The rumour of the castle reach'd her first;

But his own lips confirm'd the barbarous secret.

Sternly, but now, he enter'd her apartment,

And, stamping, frown'd her women from her presence!

After a little while they had pass'd together,

His visage flush'd with rage and mingled shame,

He burst into the chamber where we waited,

Bade us return, and give our lady aid;

Then, covering his face with both his hands,

Went forth like one half-craz'd.