Royal Enclosure at Ascot

Barbara invokes the Royal Enclosure at Ascot in humor to liken the Aztec temple's exclusivity, sharpening the divide between British high society and sacrificial rites. Characters picture a refined space of top hats, formal gowns, and restrained elegance under clear skies—a stark counterpoint to bloodied altars and divine mandates. The jest underscores Barbara's dislocation, her modern wit clashing with ancient gravity amid temple tension.