Guin. Lady, what wouldst thou? (Elaine kneels.)

Elaine. Oh most noble lady, I am a maid,

Called Elaine, daughter unto Astolat’s lord,

Who cometh unto thee, Madam, for kind help

Upon the matter of a maiden’s love.

It rendeth me so, unless it be returned

My heart will burst in twain, and I will die.

Guin. Maiden, thy tale is sad, be thy quest pure,

The queen will help thee, be thy person wronged,