It would probably be wrong to carry any such plan into effect." "It might be, but let us discuss it--to pass the time," said Sapt; and he leant forward, looking into the servant's quiet, shrewd face.
"Well, then, sir, since it amuses you, let us say that the king came to the lodge last night, and was joined there by his friend Mr.
Rassendyll." "And did I come too ?" "You, sir, came also, in attendance on the king." "Well, and you, James?
You came.

How came you ?" "Why, sir, by the Count of Tarlenheim's orders, to wait on Mr.
Rassendyll, the king's friend.

Now, the king, sir...

This is my story, you know, sir, only my story." "Your story interests me.

Go on with it." "The king went out very early this morning, sir." "That would be on private business ?" "So we should have understood.