Zorro Introduces Himself as Don Alejandro to Elena ｜ The Mask Of Zorro

Look at me. I look like a butterfly. This is the most stupid thing I've ever done. I doubt that. We'll never get away with this. Yes, we will. A nobleman is nothing but a man who says one thing and thinks another. What if Montero realizes who you are? Montero thinks of himself as a true nobleman. He will never look a servant in the eye. Listen to me. Listen to me! The most important thing of all. Do not let the dons leave the table without you. Good luck tonight. Stand up straight. Ciao. Don Rafael Montero? Good evening. I am Don Alejandro del Castillo Garcia. Formal greeting of the Spanish court. I have not seen that in years. My father was very strict in matters of etiquette. Who is your father? Don Bartolo del Castillo. I have heard of Don Bartolo, but I've never had the pleasure of meeting him. I arrived last week from Spain by way of Paris, Lisbon and San Francisco. I am inspecting my family's holdings. Queen Isabel of Spain has been very generous to us. Very impressive. What brings you to my door? When I heard you were back in California, I knew I must introduce myself. Her Royal Highness speaks very highly of you. Really? I was under the impression I was out of favor with the Spanish court since California was lost to Mexico. Only in certain circles. Her Majesty knows those unfortunate events were clearly not fault of yours. She also told me this province is still a land of opportunity for a man of vision. And you are a man of vision? I am a man in search of a vision. But my timing is unfortunate. I have interrupted a party. Perhaps I could call again? No, no. It would honor me for you to join us. It would honor me. Please allow me to introduce my daughter, Helena. Of course. Charmed. I'm afraid I have brought no gift for the hostess. But wait a moment. Thank you. Pleasure. Bernardo, pick up your feet. Senorita. Caballero. Don Alejandro. My father and I would like you to join us at our table. I would be delighted, senorita. Ah, Don Alejandro, I'm so pleased you could join us. Gentlemen, allow me to introduce Don Alejandro del Castillo y Gathia, recently returned from Spain. And this is Captain Harrison Love. Not a don, but certainly a kindred spirit. Are you not the man who was chasing a legendary bandit recently? He was hardly legendary. So you caught him. It's only a matter of time. Well, the bandit may have escaped. The rest of us will certainly think twice before going to confession. With all due respect, Don Hector, I disagree. Until these people are free to govern themselves, I think we will see many more Zs carved into walls. Don Alejandro, what do you think? I think a sheep will always need a shepherd. But certainly not this Zorro creature. He probably wears the mask to hide his bald head and unsightly features. There are some who would call him a rowdy. Heroism, a romantic illusion. Much like mobility? Elena, that is enough. Myself, I would think heroism is something to aspire to, not sneer at. All that playing with swords, shooting guns, racing around on horses gives me a frightful headache. Such sweaty pursuits are hardly the work of a gentleman. And what is? Climbing in and out of carriages? No idea. But increasing one's holding so as to provide lavish comfort for young ladies. Such as yourself. A woman's grasp of politics, what can I say? Well, we're at a party, aren't we? Elena, may I have the honor of this dance? I would be glad to.