Koll. Yes! That shows you, if I may say so, the result of government by a minority.
The King. And the result of mixing with such people as our excellent friend the millionaire here, I suppose?
Gran. It is always a mistake to lay the blame of public opinion on individuals.
The King. I quite agree with you. And now it is time you knew the reason of my coming here—in the strictest incognito, as you see. By the way, I hope no one recognised me?
Gran and Koll. Not a soul!
(FLINK comes in.)
Flink. Ah, here you are! (Comes forward, rubbing his hands delightedly.) Well, what did you think of the meeting, my boys?
The King (aside to GRAN). Who is that?
Gran (to the KING). We will get rid of him. (To FLINK.) Look here, old chap—!
Flink (catching sight of the KING). Oh, I beg your pardon, I thought we were—