They commenced negotiations for the purchase of the submarine armour and necessary appliances and only waited to hear from Captain Balbo before purchasing them.

A letter from Nassau at last arrived informing Paul of the death of his old friend which caused him sincere regret and of course changed their plans.

While still hesitating about what to do, a letter was received by the Count requesting him to return immediately to Denmark.

It was so urgent and of such importance that he sailed by the next steamer..