Vic. I must away to Alcalá to-night.
Think of me when I am away.
Pre. Fear not!
I have no thoughts that do not think of thee.
Vic. (giving her a ring.) And to remind thee of my love, take this.
A serpent emblem of Eternity,
A ruby,—say, a drop of my heart’s blood.
Pre. It is an ancient saying, that the ruby
Brings gladness to the wearer, and preserves
The heart pure, and, if laid beneath the pillow,