Ramiro. In a short time, Señoras—have patience. I have seen them come out of the prison.
After examining the pyre, they join Fabia and Ambrosio in front of the house.
Doña Syrena. (To Ramiro) Is there anything new concerning Don Enrique?
Ramiro. Yes, good news!—His Lordship is free!
Doña Rufina and Doña Syrena. Ah! so much the better!
Ramiro. His Eminence has gone to carry the news to the king, leaving, as always, his business in secular hands—that is to say, leaving His Excellency, the Governor, the task of fulfilling the sentence:—for the Church will not spill blood!
Doña Syrena. Where is Don Enrique?
Ramiro. At this moment, I do not know. (Cleofas comes out of the church with two persons, who salute him and bow.) Here is Cleofas coming out of the church. He will tell you. (He calls.) Master Cleofas!
Cleofas. Ah! at your service! (He approaches.) Charming ladies!——
Doña Rufina. We were speaking of Don Enrique.