SCENE V.—: Bamberg. Adelaide’s Chamber. - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Goethe’s Works, vol. 3 (Goetz von Berlichingen, Iphigenia in Tauris, Tarquato Tasso, etc) [1885]
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SCENE V.—
Bamberg.Adelaide’sChamber.
AdelaideandFrancis.
Adelaide.
They have already set out to enforce the ban against both?
Francis.
Yes; and my master has the happiness of marching against your enemies. I would gladly have gone also, however rejoiced I always am at being despatched to you. But I will away instantly, and soon return with good news; my master has allowed me to do so.
Adelaide.
How is he?
Francis.
He is well, and commanded me to kiss your hand.
Adelaide.
There!—Thy lips glow.
Francis.
(Aside, pressing his breast.) Here glows something yet more fiery. (Aloud.) Gracious lady, your servants are the most fortunate of beings!
Adelaide.
Who goes against Berlichingen?
Francis.
The Baron von Sirau. Farewell! Dearest, most gracious lady, I must away. Forget me not!
Adelaide.
Thou must first take some rest and refreshment.
Francis.
I need none, for I have seen you! I am neither weary nor hungry.
Adelaide.
I know thy fidelity.
Francis.
Ah, gracious lady!
Adelaide.
You can never hold out; you must repose and refresh yourself.
Francis.
You are too kind to a poor youth.
[Exit.
Adelaide.
The tears stood in his eyes. I love him from my heart. Never did man attach himself to me with such warmth of affection.
[Exit.