"I cannot rob you of your maid and also be selfish enough to monopolize these rooms." "You are not robbing me; in fact, I am, perhaps, a little artful in giving you Gretlich, for she is down in the dumps this last week or two, and I don't know what in the world is the matter with her.

I suspect it is some love affair; but she will say nothing, although I have asked her time and again what is the trouble.

Now, you are such a cheery, consoling young woman that I thought if Gretlich were in your service for a time she might brighten up and be her own self again.

So you see, instead of robbing me, I am really taking advantage of your good nature." "I am afraid you are just saying that to make it easier for me to be selfish; still, you are so generous, Princess, that I am not going to object to anything you do, but just give myself up to luxury while I stay in Vienna." "That is right.

Ah, here is Gretlich.