Henry VI, Part 1 · Act 5, Scene 2

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Enter CHARLES, BURGUNDY, ALENCON, BASTARD OF ORLEANS, REIGNIER, JOAN LA PUCELLE, and forces
Enter CHARLES, BURGUNDY, ALENCON, BASTARD OF ORLEANS, REIGNIER, JOAN LA PUCELLE, and forces
Charles

These news, my lord, may cheer our drooping spirits: ’Tis said the stout Parisians do revolt And turn again unto the warlike French.

Charles

This news, my lord, might lift our spirits: They say the brave Parisians are rebelling And are returning to fight with the French.

Alencon

Then march to Paris, royal Charles of France, And keep not back your powers in dalliance.

Alencon

Then march to Paris, royal Charles of France, And don’t hold back your forces with hesitation.

Joan La Pucelle

Peace be amongst them, if they turn to us; Else, ruin combat with their palaces!

Joan La Pucelle

Peace be with them if they join us; Otherwise, let them face destruction in their palaces!

Enter Scout
Enter Scout
Scout

Success unto our valiant general, And happiness to his accomplices!

Scout

Success to our brave general, And good fortune to his allies!

Charles

What tidings send our scouts? I prithee, speak.

Charles

What news do our scouts bring? Please, speak.

Scout

The English army, that divided was Into two parties, is now conjoined in one, And means to give you battle presently.

Scout

The English army, which was split Into two groups, is now united, And plans to fight you right away.

Charles

Somewhat too sudden, sirs, the warning is; But we will presently provide for them.

Charles

The warning comes a bit too suddenly, But we’ll make preparations right away.

Burgundy

I trust the ghost of Talbot is not there: Now he is gone, my lord, you need not fear.

Burgundy

I hope the ghost of Talbot isn’t there: Now that he’s gone, my lord, you need not worry.

Joan La Pucelle

Of all base passions, fear is most accursed. Command the conquest, Charles, it shall be thine, Let Henry fret and all the world repine.

Joan La Pucelle

Of all low emotions, fear is the worst. Command the victory, Charles, it will be yours, Let Henry worry and everyone else suffer.

Charles

Then on, my lords; and France be fortunate!

Charles

Then go, my lords; and may France be lucky!

Exuent
Exuent

End of Act 5, Scene 2

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