He's talented, and sometimes says extremely clever things.

Karmazinov tells me that he has connections almost everywhere, and extraordinary influence over the younger generation in Petersburg and Moscow.

And if through him I can attract them all and group them round myself, I shall be saving them from perdition by guiding them into a new outlet for their ambitions.

He's devoted to me with his whole heart and is guided by me in everything." "But while they're being petted...

the devil knows what they may not do.
Of course, it's an idea..." said Von Lembke, vaguely defending himself, "but...