KING (good-naturedly).
But if it isn't possible—
[Comes nearer cordially, holds out his hand.]
QUEEN (touched, hesitating).
An hour ago, possibly—[firm and decided again], but now—the personal presence of the Prince of Wales has taken the decision out of our hands.
KING.
Very well—he who will have war—[To HOTHAM] Have you any other instructions than those we have already heard?
HOTHAM.
None, Your Majesty.