first trial of it upon the two princes who have last arrived. They are
charming, sister, and to me their whole person.... Have you noticed
them?

CID. Ah! Both are formed in such a mould that my soul.... They are
perfect, my sister.

AGL. I think we might seek their affections without dishonour to
ourselves.

CID. I think that, without shame, a beautiful princess might bestow
her heart upon them.

AGL. Here they both are. I admire their manners and attire.

CID. They in no way fall short of all that we have said of them.



SCENE II.--CLEOMENES, AGENOR, AGLAURA, CIDIPPE.

AGL. Wherefore, princes, wherefore do you thus hasten away? Does our
appearance fill you with fear?

CLE. We were led to believe, Madam, that the Princess Psyche might be
here.

AGL. Has this place no longer any charm for you if it is not adorned
by her presence?