The scene opens with a soliloquy by the Duke of Abergavenny in which he compares the events of the previous night to a "mere accident" caused by the "magic of magic" . The Duke says that he wishes that he could "cut it out" of his speech and "take action" , but that he has time to think things over. He says that the "atmo sphere" is "quite intense" and that the people are "covered themselves with shame." He tells the audience that the Duke has "summoned" them and that they should go see the Prince immediately. He tells them that "reina is amazing" and "all right also" and says that "liana is so carefree" that she does not seem to see him as her rival.