Pinkerton pours out his remorse melodiously.

He will be haunted forever by the picture of his once happy home and Cio-Cio-San's reproachful eyes.

He leaves money for Butterfly in the consul's hands and runs away like a coward.

Kate, the American wife, and Suzuki meet in the garden.

The maid is asked to tell her mistress the meaning of the visit, but before she can do so Butterfly sees them.