No one can live upon the great deeds of his ancestors; he must be self-sustaining, not seek for the laurels in the past, but upon the naked field of the future, which lies before him.

Sow the seeds of future laurels; fame troubles me but little, and I advise you, my nephew, not to rely upon it.

One must begin anew each day, and make fresh efforts for vigorous deeds." The crown prince bowed, and seated himself upon the tabouret, which the king, with a slight wave of the hand, signified to him.
"I will endeavor, sire, to follow the elevated sentiments of your majesty, that I may not dishonor my great teacher." "You express yourself too modestly, my nephew, and I know that you think otherwise; that your fiery spirit will never be contented to dishonor yourself or your ancestors.

Fate is favorable to you, and offers the opportunity to confirm, what I judge you to be--a brave soldier, a skilful captain--in a word, a true Hohenzollern! I would make you a commander of a division of my army, and I shall follow every movement--every operation, with lively interest." A ray of joy beamed upon the face of the prince; Frederick saw it with satisfaction, and his heart warmed toward his nephew.

"He has at least courage," he said to himself; "he is no sybarite to quail before the rough life of war." "Will your majesty so greatly favor me as to accord me an independent position in the campaign ?" "I offer you what belongs to you as a general and heir to the throne.