⁷ They replied a second time, “Let the king first reveal his dream to his servants, and we shall interpret its meaning for you.” ⁸ But the king responded, “It is clear to me that you are stalling for time, since you know what I have already resolved to do. ⁹ If you are unable to interpret my dream for me, there will only be one verdict for you. You have obviously decided to stall for time in the hope that some compromise may be reached. Therefore, relate the content of my dream to me so that I will be able to determine whether you can interpret it correctly.”