(AMNERIS sits at her dressing stand, brushing her hair, forcibly. AIDA enters.)
[Aida:]
(Offers to brush AMNERIS' hair.)
Here, let me.
(AMNERIS hands her the brush. AIDA brushes the Princess' hair.)
How is your father?
[Amneris:]
I don't understand it. This illness of his came on so suddenly. Weeks ago he was healthy. And the court physicians, they have no idea what it is. Well, it was a magnificent feast, though, wasn't it?
[Aida:]
Yes, princess.
[Amneris:]
Oh, there is so much to do to get ready for the wedding ceremony. From the bronzed entry statue of me, to the centerpieces of lilies and roses arranged to look like… me.
[Aida:]
It must be difficult.
[Amneris:]
Planning a wedding?
[Aida:]
No. Being a Princess.
[Amneris:]
Oh, you have no idea. The responsibilities are… overwhelming.
[Aida:]
Your people must expect so much.
[Amneris:]
They want a goddess and I'm just…
[Aida:]
Human.