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. News from Suavia?

. Extraordinary news. [To the ] You should be the first to announce it. Read...

. Is it serious? [Imposing silence] The music, ladies

. I am delighted. Listen, my son. His Imperial Majesty was presented this morning with a prince and heir.

. Long live the Prince!

. Long live the Prince!

. Viva Suavia!

. Viva Suavia!

. [As he takes the telegram] At last! A prince after seven princesses! The weight of the empire 42