Isolani. Aye! that delights me now, that you yourself
Bear witness for me that I never said so.

Octavio. And you renounce the Duke then?

Isolani. If he's planning
Treason—why, treason breaks all bonds asunder.

Octavio. And are determined, too, to fight against him? 60

Isolani. He has done me service—but if he's a villain,
Perdition seize him!—All scores are rubbed off.

Octavio. I am rejoiced that you're so well disposed.
This night break off in the utmost secrecy
With all the light-armed troops—it must appear 65
As came the order from the Duke himself.
[[716]] At Frauenberg's the place of rendezvous;
There will Count Galas give you further orders.

Isolani. It shall be done. But you'll remember me
With the Emperor—how well disposed you found me. 70

Octavio. I will not fail to mention it honourably.
[Exit Isolani. A Servant enters.
What, Colonel Butler!—Shew him up.

Isolani (returning). Forgive me too my bearish ways, old father!
Lord God! how should I know, then, what a great
Person I had before me.

Octavio. No excuses! 75