Griffenfeld changes places with the sentry, and says that he must. Griffenfeld is delighted that, once again, all of his practical jokes are working beautifully, but his daughters are starting to feel some remorse over their treatment of Erling and Tortenssen. The new nobles make a pretence of behaving haughtily towards the young ladies, but soon crumble before the feminine tears.
Griffenfeld exchanges roles with the guard, and asserts that he must. Griffenfeld is pleased that his practical jokes are succeeding, but his daughters are beginning to feel remorseful about their behavior towards Erling and Tortenssen. The new aristocrats feign superiority, but soon yield to the young women's emotional power.