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HELEN.
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She who in the palace saw Menelaus, spake no word to me: 1625
Therefore never man hereafter shall she trick with prophecy!


Chorus.

Master, whither art thou rushing?—to what deed of murderous wrath?


Theoklymenus.

Even whither justice biddeth follow:—cross not thou my path!


Chorus.

Nay, I will not loose thy vesture: thou art set on grievous sin!


Theoklymenus.

Thou, a slave, control thy master!


Chorus.

Yea, my heart is right herein. 1630


Theoklymenus.

Not to me-ward, if thou let me—


Chorus.

Nay, I needs must hinder thee!


Theoklymenus.

That I should not slay my wicked sister—


Chorus.

Nay, most righteous she!

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