Macbeth realizes that the Witches' prophecy regarding Banquo represents a threat to his own position. Unable to endure the thought of Banquo's descendants claiming his position, Macbeth summons two hired murderers and confirms with them prior arrangements for the killing of Banquo and Fleance.
Act 3
As the hired killers make their way toward Banquo, Macbeth and his wife meet secretly. His wife attempts to soothe his troubled mind but ironically feels the same doubts herself. To the astonishment of his wife, Macbeth reveals his plan to murder Banquo.
Act 3
The hired murderers meet as arranged. On hearing approaching horses, a signal is given, and Banquo and his son Fleance are attacked. The murderers' lantern is accidentally extinguished, and the job is left half-done: Although Banquo is killed, Fleance escapes.
Act 3
Lady Macbeth reads a letter from her husband concerning his meeting with the Witches. She is immediately aware of the significance of their prophetic words and, on being informed thatKing Duncan will be paying a royal visit to Inverness, she makes up her mind to carry out the murder of the king in order to hasten the prophecy.
King Duncan and his retinue arrive at Inverness. Various formal greetings are exchanged between the king andLady Macbeth, who, like a chameleon, now takes on the more typical role of perfect hostess.
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