Children's Classics in Dramatic Form by Augusta Stevenson
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page 101 of 182 (55%)
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(_Eliza weeps and wrings her hands._) Well, then, I know how to make you smile. [_The King opens a door into an inner room. Eliza looks in, smiles, and claps her hands for joy._] KING. I thought 't would make you happy! 'T is very like your cave--I had it made so. (_Eliza tries to thank King with her eyes._) But no more spinning! Your fingers shall be covered with diamonds instead of blisters. (_Eliza sighs very sadly._) Something troubles you, little queen. If you could only tell me of your grief! (_Eliza shakes her head sadly._) Well, I can at least save you from a life of labor. You shall be most tenderly cared for. (_Calling._) Ho, there, Guardsmen! |
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