24/57 I have heard of the person to whom you refer. She is, I believe, a niece of one Castleman, a burgher of Peronne. I know Castleman's daughter--a simple creature, with no pretence of being else. It has been said that--what do they call her? I am sure I thank no one for the compliment, since she is a low creature, but I accept your apology, my Lord Count." "I do not apologize, Your Highness," answered Max, in tones of equal hauteur. |