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agrees, but first proposes that Julia shall be conducted to the fortress, which is fully garrisoned by the Capeletes. Exeunt omnes.
Enter Romeo, Carlos, and the "Gracioso."
Romeo.
The bridge, you say, is ours?
Carlos.
Two hundred of our trustiest men
Are there and guard it.
What is next to do?
Romeo.
Ah me!
Carlos.
Be bold, but let calm prudence rule each step.
Romeo.
Who speaks of prudence when my Julia's lost?
How comfort grief like mine? Break, break, my heart!
Gracioso.
Since you seem sure of vict'ry, sirs,
I would advise attack.
Shout boldly and surprise the castle;
Batter down the walls about their ears
And scale the battlements perforce.
I'll lead—no, follow, that's the wisest course;
