Another Voice
That is good news.
A Third Voice
Wherefore good?
The Second Voice
Would the bearer of evil tidings be in so desperate a hurry?
True, true.—The king will pay him a silver shekel for every word.—He is eager to earn the messenger’s guerdon.—He brings tidings of victory.—Victory!—Good news.—Victory!
Some Newcomers
What has happened? Why are you shouting?