You seem to be throwing dirt at one another out of a bonbonnière. I have a feeling I should extremely dislike to hear you actually explain yourselves. I wonder where Phedro is. He has hinted to me of extraordinary news for tonight. [she opens the window and looks out] And now it is almost dawn.
[She calls Phedro, and opens the door through which she has entered the room, calling Phedro.]
Voice of Phedro
Majesty, I come.
[He enters. The Duchess gives him a fearful look, which he returns with a grim smile.]
Queen
You promised significant news for me after midnight and in the apartment of the Duchess. I have come. It is long beyond midnight. What have you to say?
Phedro
We are strictly in private, your Majesty?
Queen