And Fritz, too--how he went on! But I had a notion; and this morning I went straight down into the stable, and there was your Highness's crown upon the stirrup-irons! But, O, sir, I made certain you would spare them; for they were as innocent as lambs.' 'My dear,' said Otto, both amused and gratified, 'you do not understand.
It is I who am in the wrong; for I had no business to conceal my name and lead on these gentleman to speak of me.

And it is I who have to beg of you that you will keep my secret and not betray the discourtesy of which I was guilty.

As for any fear of me, your friends are safe in Gerolstein; and even in my own territory, you must be well aware I have no power.' 'O, sir,' she said, curtsying, 'I would not say that: the huntsmen would all die for you.' 'Happy Prince!' said Otto.

'But although you are too courteous to avow the knowledge, you have had many opportunities of learning that I am a vain show.

Only last night we heard it very clearly stated.