The doctor says that Lysander's fever is so high that he needs to be given some time to rest. The doctor also tells Lysander that his cold is "contagious" and that he should have trained the knights to fight it. Lysander tells the doctor to leave, but the doctor refuses, saying that the knights should not be allowed to train for the king's birthday. When Lysander asks if he can kiss his brother, the doctor replies that he will be okay, but that he must remember his words. The queen has arranged for Lysander to wish the king a happy birthday, but Lysander refuses,