Gran (obliged to introduce him). Let me introduce Mr.—? Mr.—? (Looks at the KING inquiringly.)
The King. Speranza.
Flink. An Italian?
The King. In name only.
Gran (completing the introduction). Mr. Flink.
The King. Surely not A. B. Flink?
Gran. Yes.
The King (interested). Our peripatetic philosopher? (Shakes hands with him.) I have read one or two of your books.
Flink (laughing). Really?
The King. Are you meditating another expedition?