The Various Delegation

The King of Wideout, having been offered the sovereignty of Wayoff, summoned the Three Persons who had made the proposal. He addressed them, saying, "I am extremely obliged to you, but before accepting such a significant responsibility, I must ascertain the sentiments of the people of Wayoff."

"Sire," replied the Spokesman of the Three Persons, "they stand before you."

"Indeed!" exclaimed the King. "Are you, then, the people of Wayoff?"

"Yes, your Majesty," they affirmed.

The King observed them carefully, noting, "There are not many of you, and you are not particularly large. I hardly think you constitute a quorum. Moreover, I have never heard of you until your arrival. Wayoff is renowned for the quality of its pork and boasts hogs of distinction. I shall send a Commissioner to ascertain the sentiments of the hogs."

The Three Persons, bowing profoundly, backed out of the royal presence. However, shortly afterward, they requested another audience. Upon being readmitted, they spoke again through their Spokesman: "May it please your Majesty, we are the hogs."