Bailey understood perfectly what would suit the popular idea of an Indian chief, and the story which he intended to tell, so that, together, they succeeded admirably.

They made a profitable tour, and their success culminated in London when they began to count leaders of fashion among their dupes.
It was at this moment of their success, that accident threw in their way a girl who was evidently well-born and susceptible, and whom a few inquiries proved to be an heiress.

At first, Bailey had had some thought of himself winning this prize; but he had wit enough to see that he would not succeed, and that Christian might, which would be equally to his advantage.

Christian cared little about it, but he let Bailey guide him, and so the prey fell into their hands.
So far, the story told had been intensely personal, and of the kind which must inevitably be coloured by the teller.

From this point, Mrs.
Costello was no longer leading her daughter through places and scenes entirely strange.