sentences:  The Hungarian forces, under the command of the general Ferdinand, are victorious in battle with the Turks, and Mathias is hailed as the victory's chief hero.Honoria rewards Mathias with rich gifts of jewels and presents for his wife — though she is also provoked by his deep devotion to Sophia.In her egotism she fancies Sophia as a kind of rival for primacy, and decides to challenge Mathias's commitment to her.