So… a literal demonstration, then. Very clever, your Majesty.

I thought you’d appreciate the wordplay. Do you also appreciate the message?

I don’t suppose it’s a paean to the virtues of rote memorisation, is it?

The message, Doctor, is this:

I’ve spent most of my adult life dealing with intelligent sounding people making elaborate excuses.

But those days are over. When next we meet, I’ll want to hear more than just a compelling argument.

I expect results from your group – real results.

Do not disappoint me.