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THE POST OFFICE

Madhav [Slapping his forehead]

Alas, is that all?

Amal

What '11 be our offerings to the King, Uncle, when he comes?

Herald

He has commanded puffed rice.

Amal

Puffed rice! Say, Headman, you're right. You said so. You knew all we didn't.\

Headman

If you send word to my house then I could manage for the King's advent really nice——

Physician

No need at all. Now be quiet all of you. Sleep is coming over him. I'll