[To D'O.] Now, sir, about the work!

To save your king and country! Take the warrant!

D'O. You hear the sovereign's mandate, Count Perugia?

Obey me! As your diligence, expect

Reward! All follow to Montcaglier!

[D'Ormea goes.

Cha. [In great anguish.] D'Ormea!

He goes, lit up with that appalling smile!

[To Polyxena after a pause.

At least you understand all this?