be obtained by such efforts; there is yet a stronger obstacle to
overcome.

GARC. Yes, Madam, I know what you mean. I know very well that my heart
sighs in vain for you; neither do I ignore the powerful obstacle against
my love, though you name it not.

ELV. Often we hear badly when we think we hear well. Too much ardour,
Prince, may lead us into mistakes. But since I must speak, I will. Do
you wish to know how you can please me, and when you may entertain any
hope?

GARC. I should consider this, Madam, a very great favour.

ELV. When you know how to love as you ought.

GARC. Alas! Madam, does there exist anything under the canopy of heaven
that yields not to the passion with which your eyes have inspired me?

ELV. When your passion displays nothing at which the object of your love
can feel offended.

GARC. That is its greatest study.

ELV. When you shall cease to harbour mean unworthy sentiments of me.

GARC. I love you to adoration.

ELV. When you have made reparation for your unjust suspicions, and when
you finally banish that hideous monster which poisons your love with its