But I've never even seen a passport!" "No," said Anna, "I have not got a passport now.

I once had one, but I lost it.

One does not require such a thing in a civilised country! But a Russian must always have a passport, it is an absolute law in Russia.

And the disappearance of that young man's passport was certainly strange--in fact, the whole affair was mysterious." "It must have been terrible for Monsieur and Madame Wachner," said Sylvia thoughtfully.
"Oh yes, very disagreeable indeed! Luckily he is entirely absorbed in his absurd systems, and she is a very cheerful woman." "Yes, indeed she is!" Sylvia could not help smiling.

"I am glad we have got to know them, Anna.