During the night I shall run down south, without lights, and have a look at her, even if I have to wait till the grey of the dawn to do so.

She may see us; but if she does I shall crawl away at such pace that she shall not get any idea of our speed.

She will certainly come nearer before a day is over, for be sure the bureau of spies is kept advised, and they know that when the country is awake each day increases the hazard of them and their plans being discovered.

From their caution I gather that they do not court discovery; and from that that they do not wish for an open declaration of war.

If this be so, why should we not come out to them and force an issue if need be ?" When Teuta and I got a chance to be alone, we discussed the situation in every phase.