I am consumed with curiosity to make the acquaintance of this Prince whom my son considers worthy of his friendship. [SONNSFELD motions to the Prince.] As soon as he arrives, dear Sonnsfeld—
SONNSFELD (pointing to the PRINCE, who comes in).
Kamke has just shown him in. Here he is, Your Majesty.
QUEEN (rising).
This is a surprise, Prince. I did not hear you enter.
PRINCE.
Your Majesty was so deeply absorbed in thought—
QUEEN (aside).
He has a pleasing exterior and intelligent eyes. [Aloud.] Did my messenger—