Prudence: Your highness, a princess never prepares her own meals. That is not how things are done. Cinderella: There are rules about breakfast? Prudence: Of course, there are rules. Your highnss. But its certainly not your fault that you dont know the traditions of the castle. Thats what the king expects me to teach you. Cinderella: I am sure I can learn it in no time. Prudence: Mm-hmm. Come along. Theres no time to dally. Just do as I say, and everything will be fine. Prudence: The king would be horrified to find the hostess of the royal banquet dressed like a scullery maid! A princess must be attired like royalty. Cinderella: Couldnt I just wear one of my own dresses? Prudence: Very amusing, Your highnessbut it simply isnt done. scullery:后厨房,洗涤室 attire:穿上盛装 banquet:宴会 I can learn it in no time. 我会很快学会的。 Theres no time to dally. 不能再耽搁时间了。 It simply isnt done. 这可不行的 |