Becket and other plays by Alfred Lord Tennyson
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Sits winking at the license of a king,
Altho' we grant when kings are dangerous The Church must play into the hands of kings; Look! I would move this wanton from his sight And take the Church's danger on myself. BECKET. For which she should be duly grateful. ELEANOR. True! Tho' she that binds the bond, herself should see That kings are faithful to their marriage vow. BECKET. Ay, Madam, and queens also. ELEANOR. And queens also! What is your drift? BECKET. My drift is to the Castle, Where I shall meet the Barons and my King. [_Exit_. DE BROC, DE TRACY, DE BRITO, DE MORVILLE (_passing_). ELEANOR. To the Castle? |
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