Seraphina unexpectedly asks her husband for a divorce. He reacts with suspicion, accusing her of playing a trick. She insists she is serious, admitting fault for breaking up his past relationship five years ago and calling herself despicable. He mocks her, questioning if someone so ruthless can truly feel regret. She asserts she still has dignity. He derides her, questioning who would want her after the divorce. She vows he will never find her again, and he challenges her to keep her word, leaving their separation bitter and unresolved.