Chapter 44 act four

Westminster Street Enter the two gentlemen, meet each other. Hello first gentleman, we meet again. Hello Second Gentleman. First Gentleman, are you here to take a seat and watch Mr. An being crowned and returned to the palace? Second Gentleman I'm only here for that.When we last met, the Duke of Buckingham was returning from his trial. First gentleman is fine.It was very unhappy that time, but this time it was a celebration for the whole world. Second Gentleman, this is very good.I believe that the citizens must have arranged various performances, parades in costumes, and various festive activities today to fully demonstrate their loyalty to the emperor.To be fair, they are always enthusiastic.

First Gentleman There is no celebration like this, and, I tell you, no celebration like this. Second Gentleman Allow me to ask, what is written on that piece of paper you hold in your hand? First Gentleman According to the custom of coronation, you can invite errands on this day. This is the list of errands.The first is the Duke of Suffolk, who asks to be Lord Chancellor, the second, the Duke of Norfolk, who asks to be Master of Ceremonies, and the rest is up to you. Second Gentleman Thank you, sir.If I didn't know there was such a practice, I would like to thank you for this list.But I ask you, what has become of Queen Catherine?How are things going with her?

First Gentleman I can tell you that too.Recently the Archbishop of Canterbury, with other learned and respectable clergymen of his equal, sat a court at Dunstable, from which Catherine lived six miles away at Ampsea. Seoul place.They repeatedly summoned her to appear in court, but she did not go.To put it simply, although she did not appear in court, these learned priests unanimously agreed to divorce her and declare her marriage annulled, because of the king's recent uneasiness of conscience.Afterwards she was removed to King Morton, where she is still ill. Second Gentleman Poor good queen. (The trumpet sounds.) The horn is sounding. Stand close. The queen is coming. (Trumpet sound.)

Order of coronation: There was a blast of horns. Two judges. The prime minister, the seal bag and the polearm lead the way. Song boys team, singing hymns (accompanied by music). Mayor of London, wielding a polearm.Afterwards, the ceremonial officer, wearing a formal dress and a gilded brass crown. The Marquess of Dorset, with a golden scepter and a golden half-crown.The Earl of Surrey, with his silver dove staff and earl's crown.Both wear consecutive S-shaped necklaces. The Duke of Suffolk, wearing a frock coat, wearing a ducal crown, and holding a long white staff of the chief steward.The Duke of Norfolk, with the ceremonial staff and the little crown.Both wear consecutive S-shaped necklaces.

The four Viscounts of Five Harbors raised a canopy to shade the Queen, who was wearing a gown, her hair was loose, and her hair was decorated with pearls. She wore a crown and was flanked by the Bishop of London and Winchester. The old Duchess of Norfolk, with her little gold tiara, flower arrangement, and queen's skirt. Several noble ladies or countesses wear small gold crowns without decoration or flowers. The above ranks walked across the stage in turn. Gentleman B deserves to be in the ranks of the royal family.I know these people, but who is the one with the scepter? Gentleman A. The Marquess of Dorset; The Earl of Surrey with the stick.

The second gentleman is really a manly, richly dressed nobleman.That one is probably the Duke of Suffolk. First Gentleman is he, the chief steward. Second Gentleman Is that the Duke of Norfolk? First Gentleman Yes. Second Gentleman (Looking at the Queen) God bless you, you have the most beautiful face I have ever seen.Sir, she is an angel, and if I am not right, she is not a soul.All the riches of East and West Indies are in our king's arms, nay, richer than East and West Indies when he embraces this beauty.No wonder he had a bad conscience about marrying Catherine. First Gentleman Holding up a canopy to shade her are the four viscounts of Cinque Harbour.

Second Gentleman They are so happy, and all those who are close to her are happy.The old lady holding up the skirt behind the Queen, I think it is the Duchess of Norfolk. First Gentleman Yes, and the rest are countesses. Second Gentleman This can be seen from the little crowns they wear.They are really like stars in the sky. First Gentleman Sometimes they'll be meteors. Second Gentleman Stop mentioning it. Amidst a burst of loud horns, the ranks descended. Enter C Gentleman. Mr. First Gentleman, God bless you.Where are you crowded and heated? Third Gentleman is in the cathedral crowd, where there's not even a crack for a finger, and the sweaty stench of the merry crowd suffocates me.

Second Gentleman Did you see the coronation? Third Gentleman I see it. How is it, first gentleman? The Third Gentleman is well worth a look. Second Gentleman Good sir, tell us something. Third Gentleman Do my best.The well-dressed nobles and wives were like a river. They brought the queen to a prepared place in front of the altar, and then retreated to a certain distance. Her Majesty the queen sat down on a gorgeous throne and rested for about 10 minutes. For half an hour, everyone was allowed to admire her beauty.Believe me, sir, she is the most beautiful woman who ever slept with a man.When the people had seen enough, they suddenly heard a loud noise, which was as loud as the ropes on the ship in the hurricane sea, and there were also various tones.At this time, hats, coats, and I think even trousers were thrown into the air. If people's faces could be taken off, I am afraid they have not been recovered until now.I have never seen such a passionate celebration.The woman with a big belly, who was due to give birth in half a week, was like a battering ram used in ancient battles, ramming desperately into the crowd, and the crowd staggered in front of them.None of the men had time to say "greeting my wife", and the crowd was strangely dense, like a piece of woven cloth.

What happened to second gentleman? Gentleman C Finally, Mr. An stood up, walked shyly towards the altar, knelt in front of the altar, looked up at the sky like a saint, and prayed devoutly.Then she stood up again, and bowed to the people; and then the Archbishop of Canterbury laid on her all that should be done to a queen: holy anointing, King Edward's crown, staff, bird of peace, and other such noble marks decorated.After this ceremony is completed, the song boy team sings hymns accompanied by selected musicians from all over the country.In this way, she left the church and walked back to York Mansion accompanied by a full guard of honor, where the wedding banquet was held.

First Gentleman, don't you call it York House any more, it belongs to the past.Since the defeat of the Cardinal, the title of York House has been cancelled, and now it belongs to the King, and it is called "Whitehall". Gentleman C, I know, but the name was changed not long ago, and the old name is still fresh in my memory. Who are those two pious bishops on either side of the second gentleman's queen? The third gentleman is Stokesley, the Bishop of Winchester, recently promoted from the office of Secretary to the King, and Stokesley, the Bishop of London. Second Gentleman It is said that the Bishop of Winchester does not have much affection for the venerable Archbishop Cranmer.

Gentleman C is well known throughout the country, but the rift between them is not too big. Once there is a real rift, Cranmer will be able to find a friend who will never back down. Which one is gentleman second asking for advice? Third Gentleman Thomas Cromwell.This man was well regarded by the king, a true friend, and he had been made treasurer of the jewels, and a member of the privy council. Second Gentleman, he deserves more rewards. Third Gentleman Yes, that is certain.Gentlemen, come with me to the palace, and be my guest, and do not refuse, for I have more or less good food at the palace.As we go, I will tell you more about the situation. first gentleman Gentleman B obeys. (same below.) Kim Morton Catherine, who was abolished, was ill, and Griffith and Renmin supported her. How does Mistress Griffith feel? Catherine Ay, Griffith, sick to death, my legs like fruit-laden boughs sinking to the ground, would gladly be rid of all my burdens.Bring me a chair.Now I feel more comfortable.When you helped me out just now, Griffiths, did you say that Cardinal Wolsey, the man of honor, was dead. Griffiths Yes, ma'am, but you were so distressed that you didn't hear. Catherine Good Griffith, please tell me how he died.Had he died well, he might well have been a leading example to me. Lady Griffiths, it is said that the strong Earl of Northumberland arrested him at York, and brought him up for trial as a heinous criminal; Donkeys cannot be ridden. Catherine Oh, poor thing. Griffith walked slowly along the way, and finally arrived at Leicester, where he lived in a local monastery. The abbot of the monastery led all the monks in the monastery to receive him respectfully. You are an old man here, and the political storm has blown him to pieces, let this tired old bone rest here. Please show mercy and give him a place to bury him.” After finishing speaking, he went to He fell asleep, and his illness did not let him go for a moment. After three nights, at nearly eight o'clock, he predicted to himself that this would be his last moment. He was full of remorse and kept meditating, With sad tears, he returned all his honor to the world, and his soul to heaven, and slept in peace. Catherine may he rest in peace, and may his mistakes not disturb his rest.But, Griffiths, let me say a few more words about him, and what I want to say is not harsh.He is a man whose ambition knows no bounds, who ranks himself with kings; who enslaves whole nations by ulterior means; the buying and selling of priesthoods is to him a fair deal; his own opinion is his law; He dared to tell lies in front of the emperor, and he always duplicity.Only when he wants to do harm, he shows a little compassion; his vows are great, just like his past momentum; but his actual actions are as insignificant as he is now.He had ruined himself and set a bad example for the monks. Grace of Griffiths, Men's iniquities are engraved on gold and stone, and their virtues we write on water.Please listen to me to talk about his benefits now, can you? Catherine Well, good Griffith, or I am very ill-intentioned. Although the cardinal Griffith came from a humble background, there is no doubt that he was born to be a hero.From childhood he was eager to learn, and became a learned sage; he was wise, well-spoken, and persuasive.To those who don't love him, he appears arrogant and mean; to those who are willing to get acquainted with him, he is as gentle as Xia Tian.Although he is greedy and insatiable, this is a sin, but, ma'am, when it comes to rewards, his handwriting is just like that of an emperor.The two sister colleges which he founded, at Ipswich and Oxford, will always bear witness of him, one of which declined with his failure, and would not survive the death of its benefactor; But he is very famous, has an outstanding academic position, and is still in the ascendant, and all Christian countries will always praise his achievements.His subversion brought him a lot of happiness, because after being subverted, and only after being subverted, he discovered himself and the happiness of being a small person.He died in the fear of God, adding to his old age an honor which no one could have bestowed upon him. Catherine After my death, I only hope that there will be a historian as faithful as Griffith to report my deeds during my lifetime, and to protect my honor from distortion.I hated that man most when he was alive, and now that he is dead, you have made me respect him by your strict love of the truth and by your gentleness.May he be safe.Patience, don't leave me, hold me lower, I won't trouble you long.Good Griffiths, let the musicians play me that mournful piece, which I have designated for my lament, and let me sit here and meditate on the harmony of heaven that I shall experience. Play mournful and serious music. Griffith She's asleep, good girl, let us sit down quietly, and don't wake her.Take it easy and be patient. Dream The six figures stepped forward one by one with solemn and light steps.They wear white robes, crowns of laurel branches on their heads, golden masks covering their faces, and hold laurel or palm branches in their hands.They greeted her first and danced.When changing dances, the first two people hold a redundant laurel wreath on her head, and the other four pay respects to her; then, the first two people give the laurel wreath to the last two people, and the two people follow the same order Change the dance and hold the laurel wreath on her head, then give the laurel wreath to the last two, who also change the dance in the same order.At this time, as if she was inspired, she gestured in her sleep to express joy, and raised her hands to the sky.The figures in the dream dance and disappear with laurels.The music goes on. Catherine peace spirits, where are you?Are you all gone?Leave me here to suffer? Mistress Griffith, here we are. Catherine I am not calling you.Didn't you see someone come in after I fell asleep? Griffith No one comes in, ma'am. Catherine no?Didn't you see that a group of gods from the blessed land came to invite me to a banquet just now?Their faces shone like the sun, casting thousands of rays on me.They promised me eternal bliss, and, Griffith, they brought me laurels, which I don't think I deserve now, though I will, of course. Madam Griffith, I am overjoyed that you have had such a wonderful dream. Catherine told them not to play music, it sounded too harsh and dull to me. The music stops. Endurance, have you noticed that the empress suddenly changed a lot?How long is her face drawn!How pale and cold as earth she was!Watch out for her eyes! Griffith She's going, girl, pray, pray. Patience and may God comfort her. Enter the Messenger. The messenger asks the empress to rest—— Catherine, you rude guy, why are you so rude to me? Griffiths It is your fault that you treated her so rudely, knowing that she did not wish to lose her old dignity.Go, get down on your knees. Messenger, I deserve to die, please forgive me, I came in a hurry, so I can't care about being polite.There was a gentleman outside who was sent by the emperor to see the empress. Catherine Griffiths, call him in.But this guy, never let me see him again. (Exit the Messenger.) Enter Capuches. Catherine If I see clearly, you are the ambassador of my nephew, the Holy Roman Emperor. Your name is Capuches, is it not? Capuches is at your service. Lady Catherine, today's situation and title are very different to me than when you first met me.But please, what is your business in coming to see me? Madam Capuches, let me first express my willingness to serve you; secondly, the king asked me to visit you. He was very sorry to hear that you were ill, and asked me to represent him as a king. Condolences, I sincerely ask for your peace of mind. Catherine My good lord, this consolation comes too late, like amnesty after beheading.Such a good medicine may cure me if given in time, but I am no longer cured by any comfort, and now I can only pray.How is the emperor? Capuchus he is blessed with good health. Catherine May he live long and prosper, When I am with maggots And my poor name is banished from this land.Patience, have you sent the letter I asked you to write? I don't have patience yet, ma'am. Catherine, I implore you to deliver this letter to our king. Capuches is willing to play for the empress. In this letter, Catherine, I beg him to take good care of his little daughter, who is the crystallization of our pure love, and I wish the nectar of heaven to fall heavily on her and bring her happiness.I beseech the king to give her a decent education, which I hope she will not fail to live up to, as she is young, dignified and modest.I beg the king to show her a little kindness for her mother's sake, for her mother, God knows, loved the king dearly.Next, I have a small request, that he should show a little kindness to my poor maids.They have followed me faithfully in my good times as well as in my bad times, and among them, I swear--and I will never lie when I am dying--are all of good character, true and beautiful souls, and honest Strict, well-behaved, no one is unworthy to marry a really good husband, be sure to let them marry a noble family, and I dare say that those who marry them will be happy.Finally, I also plead for my servants, they can be regarded as the poorest, but they have never left me because of poverty, I hope to pay them their due wages, and give them some more , as a memorial to them.If God had given me a longer lifespan, and I had been richer, we would not have parted like this today.Such is the content of this letter, my good lord, for the sake of what is most dear to you in the world, please say a kind word for these poor people, and implore the king to grant my last request, then after my death , my soul will rest in peace as you hoped. Capuches, by heaven, I must obey, or am I still human? Catherine I thank you for your sincerity.Please pay my respects to the Emperor and tell him that the things that have troubled him for a long time have now disappeared from the world.Tell him, I will bless him before I die, and I will bless him after I die.My eyes are a little blurry.Goodbye, my lord.Goodbye, Griffith.Patience, you can't leave me yet.I have to go to bed and call some women in.When I die, my dear girl, let people treat me with propriety, sprinkle me with virgin flowers, and let all the world know that I am a chaste wife to my death.Anoint me and then bury me.I am a deposed queen, but my funeral shall be a queen's funeral, a king's daughter's funeral.I can't say more. (The two help Catherine down.)