So when I came South from Paris I simply assumed the title--it simplified so many things.

It both gave me opportunities and protected me.

If, to gain my ends and to reconnoitre my territory, I became the occasional guest--remember, Jim, the most discreet and guarded guest!--of Count Anton Szapary--who carried a hundred thousand crowns away from the Vienna Jockey Club a month or two ago--you must simply try to make the end justify the means.

I was still trying to get in touch with you.

One of his automobiles was always politely placed at my disposal.