[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.]
[To the Knave.]
Who is this?
Knave
[Bows three times, smiles and giggles.]