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Alack, my evil fate! I have been reduced to asking others to hear about my own King!

I have heard that you are my King's friend, so accept my obeisance and give me your blessings.

What are you doing, Queen? I never accept anybody's obeisance. My relation with every one is only that of comradeship.

Smile on me, then—give me good news. Tell me when the King is coming to take me back.