The archers again begin to drive before them the prisoners, who renew their protests and lamentations.
Enrique. (In a loud voice at the right behind the scene) Hold on! Wait! What is that noise?
All stop and listen. Arias goes to the right of the declivity and looks down.
Ramiro. (To Arias) Those shouts! Go and see who is uttering them.
Arias. Some cavaliers passing along the road.
Enrique. (Behind the scene) Do you hear me? Who is there?
Arias. (To Ramiro) It is our commander, Don Enrique Palacios, who is returning home from the chase.
Ramiro. (Running to the right) He arrives opportunely. (Addressing respectfully, hat in hand, Enrique behind the scene.) My lord, it is I, your esquire, Ramiro.
Enrique. (Behind the scene) What are you doing there?
Ramiro. Making arrests, my lord. And, may I venture to pray Your Honor to dismount and climb up this rough path? We have warrants which are very important.