Servant. Of course not! I understand that, but I thought I might be able to give some information, perhaps.
Olof. Have you charge of the King's audiences?
Servant. Oh, heavens, no! But you see, when a man hears as much as I do, he knows a little of everything. (Pause.)
Olof. Do you think I shall have to wait long? (The servant pretends not to hear.) Do you know if the King is coming soon?
Servant (with his back turned to Olof). What?
Olof. Do you know to whom you are talking?
Servant. No, I don't.
Olof. I am the King's Secretary.
Servant. Oh, mercy, are you Master Olof? I knew your father, Peter the Smith, for I am also from Örebro.
Olof. Well, can't you be civil in spite of that?