Was that not another knock? [A stronger knock.] This castle is haunted, I do believe. And I have indeed been fortunate enough to prevent the outbreak of a conspiracy! [A louder knock.] Who is there at that door? You will not answer? Then I must open it myself.
QUEEN (steps before him).
No, you will not.
KING.
You would hinder me from discovering who are enemies of the Crown? I will open that door.
QUEEN.
Never!
KING.
You defy me? You set yourself in opposition to the King?