I would, therefore, far rather act under your immediate orders, if you will allow me." "So be it, then, lad.

Come to me tomorrow, and I have no doubt I shall have plenty for you to do.

At present, I cannot say what course I may adopt, for in truth, I don't know what position I shall hold.

The people do not seem content with my having only the government of Lido; but for myself, I care nothing whether I hold that command, or that of captain general.

It is all one to me, so that I can serve the republic.
And Giustiniani is an able man, and will no doubt do his business well.
"You do not think so, young man ?" he broke off, when Francis shook his head.
"I do not, indeed, sir.