The servant, Biyuan, complains to the highness of the manor that stray dogs and cats have been allowed to roam freely in the grounds of his residence. Biyuan tells the servant that he has come to ask for money from the prince. He tells Biyuan that the prince has already ordered him to pay three times the amount due to Biyuan's family. The servant is horrified at the idea that his master is keeping her around for her looks. The highness tells him to make a scene and drag Biyuan out of the house. He says that if he does not do so, he will be as bad as Biyuan is. He adds that he can spare Biyuan life, but that she will not escape punishment. He promises to stay and serve the prince without complaint.