She’s a good woman, Gélanor.

Gélan.Ah, sir,

I have seen married couples by the score,

Who, when they passed within our crystal walls,

Have boldly advertised themselves prepared

To stake their souls upon each other’s faith—

But who, before they’ve spent an hour at most

Under the castle’s mystic influence,

Have separated ne’er to meet again!

Oh, have a care!