Christine. Oh, rest a moment, and be happy that it is over.
Olof. Can there be an end to anything? An end to such a beginning? No, no!—Oh, that I could begin it all anew! It wasn't the victory I wanted, but the fight!
Christine. Olof, do not tempt the Lord! I have a feeling that much remains undone—very much, indeed!
[Enter Courtier.]
Courtier. Good-day to you, Secretary! And pleasant news! [Exit Christine.]
Olof. Be welcome! Some of it I have heard already.
Courtier. Thanks for your splendid answering of that stupid Galle. You went after him like a man. A little too fiercely, perhaps—not quite so much fire, you know! And a little venom doesn't hurt.
Olof. You have news from the King?
Courtier. Yes, and you shall have a brief summary of the conditions agreed on: First, mutual support for the resistance and punishment of all rebellions.
Olof. Go on, if you please.