My dear German countrymen—
SCHLOSS.
I believe the setting of the play is in Asia.
JACKPUD.
But now, you see, I am talking to you merely as an actor to the spectators.
SCHLOSS.
People, it's all over with me now; I am crazy.
JACKPUD.
Do be pleased to hear that the former scene, which you just saw, is not part of the play at all.