But, on the other hand, Lucille is the dearest thing to me in life." The Prince's expression was wholly sympathetic.

The derision which lurked behind he kept wholly concealed.

A strong man so abjectly in the toils, and he to be chosen for his confidant! It was melodrama with a dash of humour.
"If I am to help you," the Prince said, "I must know everything.

Have you made any proposals to Lucille?
In plain words, how much of your political future are you disposed to sacrifice ?" "All!" Brott said hoarsely.

"All for a certainty of her.