Trumpeterstråle.
And all the blades of Charles the Twelfth!
Mr. Cotton.
But first a profitable opening
For business
Peer.
That's already found;
Our anchoring here supplied me with it.
To-night we set off, northward ho!
The papers I received on board
Have brought me tidings of importance.
[Rises with uplifted glass.
It seems that Fortune ceaselessly
Aids him who has the pluck to seize it
The Guests.
Well? Tell us!
Peer.
Greece is in revolt.
All Four.
[Springing up.]
What! Greece?
Peer.
The Greeks have risen in Hellas.
The Four.
Hurrah!
Peer.
And Turkey's in a fix!
[Empties his glass.
Monsieur Ballon.
To Hellas! Glory's gate stands open!
I'll help them with the sword of France!
