24/44 Perhaps it would be well for you to be properly, officially presented to her hi--to the young lady. Your countryman, Mr.Tullis, will be glad to do so, I fancy. She's having sport with you on account of it. We all know her propensities." It was dusk when they entered the northern gates. Above the Castle, King said good-bye to Tullis and the Countess, gravely saluted the sleepy Prince, and followed Mr.Hobbs off to the heart of the city. |