Innocence is slaughtered!
DIANE.
But he--Citizen Kauvar--?
NANETTE.
Has doubtless fought all night to stop the useless flow of noble
blood.
DIANE.
Yes, he is brave, merciful.
NANETTE.
Ah! He was one of the fiercest champions of Freedom when the people
first arose; but now I think he'd give his life to still the tempest
he did so much to rouse.
DIANE.
He will return sad and worn; we must do our best to cheer him when he
comes.
NANETTE.
One look--one smile of yours will banish every thought of sorrow from
his tired brain.
DIANE.
Hush, Nanette;--you must not talk like that.
A VOICE.
[_Outside_.]
Nanette!--Diane!
NANETTE.
[_Startled_.]
What's that?
DIANE.
[_Frightened_.]
My father!
DUKE.
[_Entering wildly_.]
My child! Diane!--Where is she?
DIANE.
[_Rushing to him_.]
Here!--Safe in your dear arms!
DUKE.
[_Embracing her_.]
Thank God!
[_Turning to NANETTE_.]
My good Nanette, leave us alone awhile.
NANETTE.
[_Going_.]
All right, Citizen.
DUKE.
And warn us when anyone is coming.
NANETTE.
[_At the door_.]
Don't fear! I'll stand good guard.
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