Egil. And I knew nothing!—

Jul. His offence was known
To thee at least.

Egil. Will it be expiated?

[After some hesitation.

Jul. I trust it will.

Egil. This withering calm consumes me.
He marries then Covilla! ’twas for this
His people were excited to rebell,
His sceptre was thrown by, his vows were scorn’d,
And I—and I—

Jul. Cease, Egilona!

Egil. Cease?
Sooner shalt thou to live, than I to reign.

ACT V. SCENE 1.

Tent of Muza.