Julius Caesar · Act 5, Scene 2

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Alarum. Enter BRUTUS and MESSALA
Alarum. Enter BRUTUS and MESSALA
Brutus

Ride, ride, Messala, ride, and give these bills Unto the legions on the other side.

Brutus

Ride, ride, Messala, ride, and deliver these messages To the legions on the other side.

Loud alarum
Loud alarum
Brutus

Let them set on at once; for I perceive But cold demeanor in Octavius’ wing, And sudden push gives them the overthrow. Ride, ride, Messala: let them all come down.

Brutus

Let them attack right away; because I see That Octavius’ troops are hesitating, And a quick push will defeat them. Ride, ride, Messala: let them all come down.

Exuent
Exuent

End of Act 5, Scene 2

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