The Hollow Crown

I am not mad
although
some have carelessly
pronounced me so.

The facts, if you choose
to inquire, are these
and these alone.

I am now king of the entire world.
Don't laugh, please don't.

One shouldn't laugh
carelessly in the presence
of monarchs,
at least not without permission.

Do you wish to observe my regal
crown? It is not possible
at present. Ask me later.

Where is my palace?
It is being constructed
at this very moment out of
purest transparent marble
imported from the mines 
of far Atlantis.

Meanwhile, 
I am staying here in my old rooms.
But just as soon as it is all
finished we will ...

You still doubt? Turn on the radio.
It speaks of me incessently, but
always in symbolic form. 
You know it is.

I am becomming fatigued.
You will be allowed another audience
tomorrow. Please see yourself to the door.
The servants are busy elsewhere
at this moment.