"There's work to do there.
We must not forget our more legitimate business in the midst of these pleasant side issues." "The field is easy.

After our delightful continental capitals, where, as you know, one is never quite sure of one's self, it is pleasant to breathe the democratic airs of Washington," remarked Chauvenet.
"Particularly so, my dear friend, when one is blessed with your delightful social gifts.

I envy you your capacity for making others happy." There was a keen irony in the fellow's tongue and the edge of it evidently touched Chauvenet, who scowled and bent forward with his fingers on the table.
"Enough of that, if you please." "As you will, _carino_; but you will pardon me for offering my condolences on the regrettable departure of _la belle Americaine_.

If you had not been so intent on matters of state you would undoubtedly have found her here.

As it is, you are now obliged to see her on her native soil.