ACT I.

Scene I. Elsinore. A platform before the castle.

Francisco at his post. Enter to him Bernardo.[1]

Ber. Who's there?[2][3]

Fran. Nay, answer me: stand, and unfold yourself.[3]

Ber. Long live the king![3]

Fran. Bernardo?[3][4]

Ber. He.[3] 5

Fran. You come most carefully upon your hour.[5]

Ber. 'Tis now struck twelve; get thee to bed, Francisco.[6]