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Show 284 THE CODE OF TERPSICHORE. Scharff and his wife; but what is their surprise on beholding the lovers fall on their knees before the Baron. Hermanns rank is now discovered ; and the astonishment is universal. The report spreading, a number of villagers assemble to witness the event, and every one waits respectfully for the decision of the Baron. The latter severely reprimands the conduct of his son, and finally disowns him ; while Lisbeth vainly strives to regain the affections of her parents ; and the two lovers are accordingly deeply dejected. In the mean time, Tunder and his uncle tremble for the consequence of their treatment of the Baron's son. At length, the father of Hermann, moved by the repentant grief of his son, and the distress of Lisbeth, joined to the prayers of all present in their favour, is resolved to pardon and forget the offence, wishing also to avoid general scandal by settling the whole amicably. Lisbeth's parents readily consent to so advantageous a match. All express their joy and gratitude, and the Baron receives the homage of his vassals; he embraces his children, and evinces his satisfaction at being allied to the family of the brave and respectable Scharff; while the delight of the lovers is extreme. The Burgomaster and his nephew excuse themselves to Hermann, who is not long in granting pardon. The Baron orders the celebration of the happy union to begin, and all withdraw to make the necessary preparations. S C E N E X I V . - T h e stage represents the village green, where sports and frolics usually take place. The Baron's mansion appears in the distance. Peasants enter, and raise a seat of state adorned with flowers, and ornament every place with garlands. They construct also a swing and a balance, and arrange tables for the feast. The Baron now appears, accompanied by the bride and bridegroom, |
