In this short scene, the Governess tries to convince the ladies of the court that she is not worthy of their company. She tells them that if they were to go to prison, they would be thrown out as well. The Governess then tells the ladies that she will testify that none of them were at the court. She then tells them to knock their high ness. When she hears that Prince Klaus is coming, she tries to get him to come to the court, but he refuses. He then tells her that he has put on some clothes and sent them to the ladies. He says that he is enjoying his life in the court and that the punishment for his behavior is not severe enough. He also tells the women that they should not linger in the ladies' chambers, as it is too selfish for them to do so.