[NAISI and FERGUS go out. The last words are spoken as they go through the door. One can see them through part of what follows, either through door or window. They move about, talking or looking along the road towards CONCHUBAR’S house.

FIRST MUSICIAN.

If anything lies heavy on your heart,

Speak freely of it, knowing it is certain

That you will never see my face again.

DEIDRE.

You’ve been in love?

FIRST MUSICIAN.

If you would speak of love,

Speak freely. There is nothing in the world