He scrutinized me intently; then a light of recognition broke over his face.

"The other one! A nest of them!" "Count," interposed the Prince, seating himself at the table, "let me have a short talk with them before you act.

There may be extenuating circumstances.

Anything of this sort amuses and interests me.

Let us use a little diplomacy in the matter." "Yes," said Hillars; "let us lie a little." "And who can do it better than a journalist ?" the Prince laughed.
"Diplomatists," Hillars sent back.
"What is her Serene Highness to you ?" resumed the Prince.
"Nothing--positively nothing." "Then you are afraid to acknowledge your regard for her ?" "I ?" Hillars dropped his arm from my shoulders.