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What surprise awaited King Alonso when Prospero drew back the curtain?

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When Prospero pulled back the curtain at the entrance to his cave, King Alonso saw Ferdinand, his missing son, cheerfully playing chess with Miranda. This was a wonderful surprise for King Alonso.

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