No goodness from him to none is exhibited;

But still maledictions abroad is distributed.

And yet ye shall see in the rest of his race,

What infamy he will work against his own grace.

Whist, no more words: here comes the king’s brother.

Enter Lord Smirdis, with Attendance and Diligence.

Smirdis.

The king’s brother by birth am I,

Issued from Cyrus’ loins:

A grief to me it is to hear