Duke. (l.c.) Nothing, Maria.
Princess. And yet you are leaving for Madrid.
Duke. The message is from His Majesty.
Princess. But why must you go so soon?
Duke. You know my ride is a long one.
Princess. But, Carlos, my brother may be dying, dead—and yet you have not the time and the courage to help me find him.
Duke. What need of me? You have your Ghost Breaker.
Princess. So, Carlos, that is your excuse?
Duke. I make no excuse, Maria. I need none. That Yankee adventurer stands between you and me. Send him away, and I will do anything you ask. I'll put off my journey now to the King. I'll send one of my men into the castle to find your brother.
Princess. Yes, you will send one of your men—but you are not brave enough to go there yourself. Yet you ask me to send away this man who of all is willing to sacrifice even his life for me.