The medieval baron, full of power, without responsibility, believing implicitly in what he chose to call his order, but which was merely the chance of birth, was here.

And while the Middle Ages in reality had passed, war could hide many a dark tale.

John was unable to read the intent in the cruel eyes, but they heard the footsteps of von Arnheim on the stairs, and the clenched hand that had been raised fell back by Auersperg's side.

Nevertheless medievalism did not relax its gaze.
"What to you is this girl who seems to have charmed von Arnheim ?" he asked.
"Her brother has become my best friend.

She has charmed me as she has charmed von Arnheim, and as she charms all others whom she meets.