"I should have to stop my ears, for one cannot help hearing every word that is said in the next room.

Do you know?
I heard you ask for your white shoes! I hardly dared to breathe for fear the servants should find out that I was here." "So much the better then.

Sit in this chair near the door.

But be careful to make no noise, for the King is very suspicious." "I know.

Do not be afraid; I will be as quiet as a mouse.