Yuki (R. C.). I feel no fear, O Mimosa.
Mimosa (descending steps). Honorable moon will condescend to shine. We shall dream excellent dreams.
ENTER Totmai and Haru R.
Totmai and Haru. We have been truly as swift as birds. Shall we spread the beds here in the summer-house? (Ascends steps.)
Mimosa. The Princess!
ENTER Princess R.
Princess. You have made all ready for me, O kind maidens? (All bow.) I dare not dream as I did last night. To dream of serpents—what misfortune—trouble-bringing!
Totmai (bowing). It is said, O august Lady, inquire seven times before you believe a report. Once to dream, deign to believe, is nothing.
Yuki. Shall I bid samisen speak, O Princess?
[Princess nods consent and sits on steps. Totmai and Haru up stage C., Mimosa L., Yuki R. C.