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(Aside, with great vehemence).
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Wild with adoration!
Mad with fascination!
To indulge my lamentation
No occasion do I miss!
Goaded to distraction
By maddening inaction,
I find some satisfaction
In apostrophe like this:
"Marmaduke immortal,
Marmaduke divine,
Take me to thy portal,
Loved one, oh, be mine!"
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(Aloud, with much ceremony).
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Chivalry is an ingredient
Sadly lacking in our land;
Sir, I am your most obedient,
Most obedient to command!
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During this duet, a small table has been placed c. up stage, by Mrs. Partlet. The Notary has entered, and prepares marriage contract behind table.
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All is prepared for sealing and for signing,
The contract has been drafted as agreed;
Approach the table, oh ye lovers pining,
With hand and seal come execute the deed!
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Alexis and Aline advance and sign, Alexis supported by Sir Marmaduke (r.), Aline by her Mother (l.)
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See they sign, without a quiver, it--
Then to seal proceed.
They deliver it--they deliver it
As their act and deed!
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| Alexis.
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I deliver it--I deliver it
As my act and deed!
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| Aline.
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I deliver it--I deliver it
As my act and deed!
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With heart and with voice
Let us welcome this mating;
Leave them here to rejoice,
With true love palpitating,
Alexis the brave,
And the lovely Aline!
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(Exeunt all but Alexis and Aline.
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