By that time our Teutonic friends will have begun to wonder what has happened to John S., and to think that maybe they have been mistaken in that child.

So, when I get to Germany they will be waiting for me with an open mind.
Then I judge my conduct will surprise and encourage them.

I will confide to them valuable secret information about British preparations, and I will show up the British lion as the meanest kind of cur.

You may trust me to make a good impression.

After that I'll move eastwards, to see the demolition of the British Empire in those parts.
By the way, where is the rendezvous ?' 'This is the 17th day of November.