From him I have learned that the Countess X---- is to leave for the south to-night.

I have obtained a pass for you, and you have only to make yourself ready and go with me to the Colosseum gate, where we will wait for her carriage.

She is a good friend of yours and cannot refuse to take you as her travelling-companion.

Do you approve my plan ?" "Yes, and I thank you." "Then a few hours hence will see you on your journey southward.

I shall set out for the north, and soon the length of Italy will separate us.