1. Act 1, Scene 1:
In the opening scene, Helena expresses her love for Demetrius, who does not reciprocate her feelings. She is unaware that Lysander is infatuated with Hermia, and Demetrius is in love with Helena.
2. Act 1, Scene 2:
Helena tells Demetrius about Hermia and Lysander's plans to elope. Demetrius expresses his anger towards Lysander and vows to prevent their union. Helena is unaware that her actions will have repercussions and that Demetrius will seek revenge.
3. Act 2, Scene 2:
In the forest, Oberon, the king of fairies, uses a magical flower on Demetrius to make him fall in love with Helena. When Demetrius awakens, he immediately begins pursuing Helena, leaving Hermia confused and heartbroken. Helena becomes the object of affection for two men, making her feel conflicted and overwhelmed.
4. Act 3, Scene 2:
During the quarrel between Hermia and Helena, Helena accuses Hermia of deceiving her and breaking her trust by seeking Lysander's attention. Hermia is shocked and hurt by these accusations, and she argues that she never intended to take Lysander away from Helena.
5. Act 4, Scene 1:
Helena tries to find Demetrius in the forest and stumbles upon Lysander, who is under the influence of Oberon's love potion. Lysander passionately declares his love for Helena, but she does not understand the sudden shift in his affections and thinks he in merely mocking her.
Helena is perplexed by the turn of events and is unable to fully comprehend the confusion surrounding her relationships with Lysander, Hermia, and Demetrius. The conflict arises due to the magical interventions and the tangled web of love created by the love potions. Only when the enchantment is lifted and the chaos resolves does Helena gain clarity and understanding about the true feelings and intentions of those around her.