Chapter 3- The Duke's Orders

Brabantio has taken Othello and brought him to the Duke's. He wants to sort out the situation right away. The Duke greets Othello and then recognizes Brabantio. Brabantio pleads for justice in the case of his daughter. The Duke is then informed of why Brabantio is here. Othello then admits that yes, he is married, but not because of witchcraft, as he is accused of. Desdemona is then sent for, so she can speak for herself. Othello then says he won Desdemona over by telling her the "story of his life." Desdemona arrives. She knows that she owes respect to her father, but the greater duty is to her husband.

The Duke's

"Othello, I am very happy that you came. I need you to come and meet with the senators, so we can talk about what to do about the invading Turks," stated the Duke. "Brabantio, why are you here?" questioned the Duke.

"Sir, please listen to me. This moor, Othello, has married my daughter. He has used witchcraft, to make Desdemona fall in love with him," exclaimed Brabantio.

"Othello, is Brabantio right. Have you married his daughter?"

Othello sighed. "Yes, I have married Desdemona. But, I have not done any witchcraft, like I am being accused of." Othello then snickered looking at Brabantio.

"Iago, go to the house of Othello and bring his wife, Desdemona," ordered the Duke.

"As wish sir," he followed orders and then walked away.

"Yes, I did marry his daughter. My past is something that I do not speak of often. I have had many hardships throughout my life," he took a deep sigh. "There were many times when I was a boy, that I could've died, but I didn't. Floods, deadly disasters, being sold to slavery. Many things of which I do not wish to speak of. However, throughout my life, I have been working for redemption. To be accepted in the world," he looked Brabantio straight in the eyes. "When Desdemona heard of these rough times, she fell in love with me. She didn't care what I looked like, or even where I came from. She loves me for the person that I am. Here she comes now. Let her tell you the truth, if you do not believe me," looking at Desdemona.

Desdemona enters with Iago.

"Yes, that tale, especially would win over my daughter, too," said the Duke. "Let the girl speak, she will tell the truth."

"Father," she sighed. "I know that I owe you respect at this moment, however I am afraid that I must side with my husband."

"I am finished," yelled Brabantio. "Othello, I give you all my heart, that you take care of her, Desdemona."

The Duke sighs, "now that this is finished," turning to Othello, "Othello, you must prepare right away to leave at once."

"As you say, sir."

"But, I want to go with him. Please sir, may I go to Cyprus with my husband, please?" she cried.

"You may. However, you will be escorted to Cyprus by Iago, separately." The Duke stressed the word separately.

"Thank you sir."

Roderigo, however wants Desdemona for himself. He's the one who loves her, not the moor, Othello. Iago then tells Roderigo that this is suicidal. As Iago is talking to Roderigo, he gets the most brilliant idea.

"You know Roderigo, we both hate Othello, am I right?"

"You are correct."

"I have a plan. We should join forces in our revenge against him."

"Iago, you are a genius. This is by far one of the best plans you ever had." Cried Roderigo, as he walks away.

Iago is now alone, and thinks about the alleged reason why he hates Othello. He has the most excellent motive for revenge. Iago will persuade Othello that Cassio is Desdemona's lover. Iago delights in his most evil scheme. He cannot wait to get his plan into motion…