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*Rated T for Teen

All's Well That Ends Well

Act I, Scene II – Paris – The King's Palace

Trumpets sounded from the orchestra pit as Yami/King came onstage, clutching letters in his hands with lords and other nobles on his heels.

"The Florentines and Senoys have fought uniformly well. It's a brave battle they are fighting," began the King/Yami in a strong voice.

"So it is reported, my King," replied the First Lord.

"Yes. This war is a simple training exercise for the numerous young soldiers who are anxious to obtain experience and heroism in battle," continued the King/Yami.

"So it would seem," agreed the First Lord.

"My King, we have guests," stated the Second Lord.

"Who is it?" asked the King/Yami.

Bertram/Seto, Lafeu/Marik, and Parolles/Duke entered the stage.

"It is Count Rousillon, my King. The young Bertram," started the First Lord.

"Welcome, young Bertram. You have a striking physical resemblance to your father. I hope you have inherited your father's integrity as well," the King/Yami greeted.

"Thank you, my King," replied Bertram/Seto.

The King/Yami approached Bertram/Seto slowly. "I wish I were as physically fit as I was—along with your father—back when I was a soldier. I miss those days. Well, your father was famous for his courage and valor. Very much so."

"You have quite the good memory, my King," Bertram/Set said.

"Speaking of your father calms my declining morale. Such a man as your father would serve as an excellent role model for the younger generations of soldiers in my command," the King/Yami continued.

"You are well loved, my King," interceded the Second Lord.

"Hm. How long has it been since your father died?" inquired the King/Yami.

"About six months, my King," replied Bertram/Seto.

The King/Yami looked contemplative. "If he were alive, I would have let him try to heal me. But, come. Lend me an arm. I have grown weary already. Again, welcome, young Bertram."

"Thank you, my King," Bertram/Seto said.

Everyone left the stage as the trumpets from the orchestra pit sounded again.

End Scene