The Queen. I was speaking! Snow White is most malicious and ill-tempered; and so stupid and common that she prefers to associate with the kitchen-maids. Indeed, I believe she's in the kitchen at this very moment. She wouldn't do for you at all. Are not these the facts, Sir Dandiprat?
Sir Dandiprat. [Hesitating.] Well, your Majesty, . . . perhaps . . .
The Queen. [Sternly.] Are not these the facts, Sir Dandiprat?
Sir Dandiprat. [Crushed.] They are, your Majesty.
The Prince. Your Majesty has made me very happy!
The Queen. Happy? I supposed . . .
The Prince. Five minutes ago such an account of Snow White would have made me miserable, for even as a little boy I always dreamed of marrying my cousin when I grew up. But now—oh, will your Majesty help me if I confess?
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