Just a little. Ain't used to dancing before ladies. [An elaborate and idiotic bow to DACIA] She has her instructions: no rough stuff. Perhaps her Majesty—

HELIOGABALUS

Let her display her art. This is a different "Her Majesty."

CAIUS

[Very drunk] Profound apologies. My error. No offence, Majesty, I assure you. My eyes—astigmatism—

HELIOGABALUS

Now then!

[The music starts with a crash, and the dancer leaps into a wild dance. At first the guests regard her stolidly, but in a few seconds some of them begin to rise to see her better]

CAIUS

[Rising] This is nothing, Majesty. This is just the start.