[Trumpets sound, and cannon shot off within.[2325]

Give him the cup. 270

Ham. I'll play this bout first; set it by awhile.[2326]
Come. [They play.] Another hit; what say you?[2327]

Laer. A touch, a touch, I do confess.[2328]

King. Our son shall win.

Queen. He's fat and scant of breath.[2329]
Here, Hamlet, take my napkin, rub thy brows:[2330] 275
The queen carouses to thy fortune, Hamlet.

Ham. Good madam!

King. Gertrude, do not drink.[2331]

Queen. I will, my lord; I pray you, pardon me.[2332]

King. [Aside] It is the poison'd cup; it is too late.[2333]