 When "Ermin" then reveals who he really is, she is confused and does not believe him, while Orsanes discovers that "Ermin" isn't as stupid as he had thought.Meanwhile, Elcius reappears at the court with his wares and is recognised by Trigesta, who is happy to see him again.Eliates has raised a ransom, but Cyrus is not interested and prepares to execute Croesus.