Torr. I knew! I guessed! the ladder!

(He goes into the balcony and she shuts him in.)

Clara. There cool yourself in the night till I let you out. And now to have you safe too. (Locks Eugenia’s door.) And now, all safe, for the first time in my life Love and I meet in fair field. Mari Nuño! (Enter Mari.) Where is the Cavalier?

Mari. Waiting in my chamber.

Clara. Bring him. You understand it is all for Eugenia’s good?

Mari. I understand.

[Exit, and returns with Felix.

Fel. I fly, madam, to your feet. (Kneels.)

Clara. Rise, sir, ’tis about your letter I sent to you.