What is Don Pedro's attitude to Beatrice and Benedick at the beginning of Much Ado About Nothing?

At the beginning of Much Ado About Nothing, Beatrice and Benedick begin to verbally spar, using their sharp wits as they had been known to do in the past. The prince, Don Pedro, a true romantic at heart, feels they are perfect for one another and should wed. He devises a scheme to make Beatrice believe Benedick loves her and Benedick believe Beatrice loves him.