Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

The king said to the astrologer, "How long do you want to live? For you will be hanged very soon." Looking at the sky the astrologer said, "My Lord, the positions of the stars declare that I'll die only a week before your Majesty. Good bye." The king turned pale and ordered his courtiers, "Drive this wretch away and never allow him to come for disturbing peace."