Ver. He is.

Tell. I’m ready, too! Keep silent for

Heaven’s sake and do not stir—and let me have

Your prayers—your prayers—and be my witnesses

That if his life’s in peril from my hand,

’Tis only for the chance of saving it. (To the people.)

Ges. Go on.

Tell. I will.

O friends, for mercy’s sake, keep motionless

And silent.