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Scena. 2.

Aurindo musing. Leontius, Anthenor
But what Youth's this, so fair and lovely, as
curious Nature doubtful which sex to make,
at last, ith' framing him seems to have made
one, who of either all perfections had.

Ant.
Oh! 'tis Aurindo the Princes page,
much lov'd and favour'd by him, but much more
by the Dutchess, who to avoid the Dukes jealousie
preferr'd him to the Prince.

Leo.
He muses on somewhat, and
there is a solemn sadness in his face,
excellently becomes him.

Ant.
He is alwayes sad and musing,
what ere's the matter:
but I must leave you, and beseech you
whilst you make your residence here,
I may have honour to serve you.

Exit.
Leo.
You too much honour your servant, Sir.

Au.
Now I perceive 'tis not the change of place
but change of minde, brings lovers rest, else 'tis
but just like sickmens turning them in their beds,
who finde rest no where, 'cause they carry still
their sicknesses and unrest along with them.

Leo.
Sure I shud know that face.

Aur.
Leontius! I
must hide me from him, and avoid his sight
as I'd avoid my fears.

Leo.
'Tis she I know
for certain now by her care not to be known:—
Hark you fair Youth, a word with you I pray.

Au.
With me Sir! pardon me, I know you not.

Le.
It rather befits me ask your pardon
for knowing you. But fear not, I shall call
you Aurindo still, or whatsoever name
in publick you please to be known by, so
you'l give me leave in private
to know you for my Princess.

Aur.
Leontius though you might well perceive
I desir'd not to be known, and therefore t'was
a bold curiosity; yet since I'm well assur'd
you did it with no undutiful intent,
I pardon you. But I command you let
this secret pass no further, neither enquire
the reason of my disguise. Whilst I am here
(which I hope shall not be long) in private you
may know me; but in publick I charge you take
no notice of me, neither be seen with me
lest you discover me; for your court eyes
are piercing ones, and there are many spies,—
and hark I hear some coming, go, begon
and leave me.

Exit Leontius.