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THE KING OF

Surangama

What have I to do to-night?

King

To-day is a festive day, not a day of work. The pleasure gardens are in their full bloom—you will join in my festivities there.

Surangama

I shall do as thou desirest, lord.

King

The Queen wants to see me to-night with her own eyes.

Surangama

Where will the Queen see you?

King

Where the music will play at its sweetest, where the air will be heavy