Esther hears from one of the servents that a guest arrived. Leaving her room decorating, she rushes down to greet the Deaconess Oariana.
"Oh, it is so good of you to come!" she cries. "I have no idea where to put your gift at the moment. Perhaps I should leave that up to Alexion. In the meanwhile, why don't you wander through our art gallery and library, while I get a room ready for you."