Whilst serving coffee to André du Prés and Josette Collins, Angelique Bouchard learns that Barnabas Collins and Jeremiah Collins intend to duel today. Josette pleads with her father to stop the fight, but André reminds her that it is a matter of honor and he cannot interfere. Josette is beside herself over being responsible for one of the men being hurt. The possibility of Barnabas' death sends Angelique fleeing from the room.