We act without knowing why, for we are unknowingly the tools of an invisible hand.

Often the result of our actions is the reverse of our hopes! Let all things take their course, as it best pleases God, and let us not think to master Fate.

[Footnote: The king's words.--"Posthumous Works," vol.x., p.

256.] That is my creed, Herzberg, and if I do not return from this infamous campaign, you will know that I have yielded to Fate without murmuring.

You understand my wishes in all things; the current affairs of government should go on regularly.