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THE RING
Father.
And that has made you grave?
Fly—care not. Birds and brides must leave the nest.
Child, I am happier in your happiness
Than in mine own.

Miriam.
It is not that!

Father.
What else?

Miriam.
That chamber in the tower.

Father.
What chamber, child?
Your nurse is here?