As a matter of fact, the Count says, Tullis has already scented danger in the air and has induced the ministry to prepare for an uprising.

Of course, he cannot know of the dynamiting that is to open the way to success, but it is true that if anybody can upset our plans, it is this meddling American.

He is a self-appointed guardian of the Prince and he is not to be sneered at.

The regents are puppets, nothing more." Julius Spantz agreed with Brutus.

"I know that the guard is being strengthened and that certain precautions are being taken to prevent the abduction of the Prince.