(Darine, who has listened with intense anxiety to this speech, goes off silently, but in an agony of grief.)

Zay. (spitefully). Could any words more eloquently show

The recklessness of his delirium?

Sel. (surprised). Nay, he was conscious then.

Neo. (very kindly).Of course he was!

No doubt, Selene, thou hast gained his love.

Be happy in it, dearest sister; but

In thy proud triumph, love, pray recollect

He had not seen us!

Zay.Thou hast wisely done