Pedro the Cruel
We must pass over several scenes, and conclude with two which picture the state of things among these conflicting parties six years after, when Pedro had become an embittered and blood-stained tyrant, and Enriquez an open rebel. Pedro is at the same time at war with the King of Aragon, and Fadrique, who has retained his allegiance, takes part in his campaign.
SCENE I
The tent of Fadrique. Fadrique and Enriquez
in disguise
in disguise
Enri. You know me now, I am no monk at all.
Fad. Enriquez!
Enri. Your twin brother. He—no other.
Fad. I cannot call you welcome.
Enri. Yet embrace me.
That was not spoken like my kind Fadrique.
Fad. My first care be your safety. How and when
Will you go hence?
Enri. This night, and as I came—
Furnished, moreover, with a pass from you.
Fad. It must be so; I'll write it now. Enriquez,
Fad. Enriquez!
Enri. Your twin brother. He—no other.
Fad. I cannot call you welcome.
Enri. Yet embrace me.
That was not spoken like my kind Fadrique.
Fad. My first care be your safety. How and when
Will you go hence?
Enri. This night, and as I came—
Furnished, moreover, with a pass from you.
Fad. It must be so; I'll write it now. Enriquez,
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