[Hears music.]

I wonder what is going to happen next.

[She backs down stage respectfully as the King and Queen of Hearts enter, followed by the Knave of Hearts carrying the King’s crown on a crimson velvet cushion, and the White Rabbit and others. When they come opposite to Alice they stop and look at her.]

[The Duchess comes out of her house.]


Queen

[To the Knave.]

Who is this?

Knave

[Bows three times, smiles and giggles.]