He was immediately besieged at almost every step by ladies who had been playing with ill success.

They represented almost every nationality, French, American, Russian, English and Italian.

Looking upon him as a lucky man, they tried to persuade him to play for them.
"Ah, Captain Boyton," one would say, "you are a man of great luck.

If you put this bet down for me, I know I shall win." That was the request made by several, when they had an opportunity to speak to him.

One or two assistants would have been needed to accommodate all of them.
Leaving Monaco, Paul gave successful exhibitions in the principal cities of southern France and was honored with several decorations.