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GAZELLUS. Kings of Natolia and of Hungary,

We came from Turkey to confirm a league,

And not to dare each other to the field.

A friendly parle 20 might become you both.

FREDERICK. And we from Europe, to the same intent; 21 Which if your general refuse or scorn,

Our tents are pitch'd, our men stand 22 in array,

Ready to charge you ere you stir your feet.

ORCANES. So prest 23 are we: but yet, if Sigismund

Speak as a friend, and stand not upon terms,

Here is his sword; let peace be ratified

On these conditions specified before,

Drawn with advice of our ambassadors.

SIGISMUND. Then here I sheathe it, and give thee my hand,

Never to draw it out, or 24 manage arms

Against thyself or thy confederates,

But, whilst I live, will be at truce with thee.

ORCANES. But, Sigismund, confirm it with an oath,

And swear in sight of heaven and by thy Christ.

SIGISMUND. By Him that made the world and sav'd my soul,

The Son of God and issue of a maid,

Sweet Jesus Christ, I solemnly protest