THE PRINCE. Leave us. I wish to speak with the Queen.
THE QUEEN. (to the fool) No, stay. (To the Prince) It is not necessary for you to speak. You wish to tell me that the kisses you had from me were so sweet that you would like to buy some more, and are willing to put off your journey for a while.
THE PRINCE. I have given up my journey for ever. I know that the only thing that is real in all the world is love. You are scornful. But I have neither pride nor shame. I kneel at your feet, and beg you to forgive me for my folly.
He kneels.
THE QUEEN. It is a pretty speech. But you are too late. I have forgotten you. While they were tying your hands, I was kissing this man upon the mouth.
THE PRINCE. (springing up) It is a lie!
THE FOOL. Did you say that the Queen lies?
He draws his sword.
THE PRINCE. I do not fight with fools. (To the Queen) Send him away, and have him beaten.
THE QUEEN. Are you not willing to fight with him for me?