CHIEF OF STAFF

And I!


KING

[_Crossing to the window, where he stands with his back turned to the
others. His voice is uncertain._

I did not expect that of you.


PRIME MINISTER

[_Moved._

Oh, your Majesty! You know what my love has been--


KING

[_Turning._

Half the country will fall from me if you three desert me.


PRIME MINISTER