Hecuba is upset with Helen over her role with the war. Helen would change sides based on who might be winning. Hecuba offered to help Helen escape Troy but to no avail. Troy has fallen.

Menelaus enters to meet with Helen and deliver her fate. Hecuba watches to learn of Helen's Fate. But Helen reveals that it is not her fault for all the woes that have befallen. Hecuba is to blame.