Blithers, turning
suddenly upon the Minister of War. "You are in a position to know
something about him. Am I not right?"
Every eye was on the Count. "Prince Robin will marry for love, my
lords," he said quietly, "I am forced to agree with Mr. Blithers."
Baron Romano sank into his chair. There was silence in the room for
many seconds.
"May I enquire, Count Quinnox, if you know anything of the present
state of Prince Robin's--er--heart?" inquired the Prime Minister
finally.
A tinge of red appeared in each of Count Quinnox's swarthy cheeks.
"I can only surmise," said he briefly.
"Has--has he met some one in whom he feels a--er--an interest?"
"Yes."
"May we have the benefit of your conclusions?" said Baron Romano,
icily.
"I am not at liberty to supply information at present," said the
Count, visibly distressed.
Mr. Blithers leaned forward, his hands upon the table. "Some one he
met after leaving New York?" he inquired eagerly.
"Time will reveal everything, Mr. Blithers," said the Count, and
closed his jaws resolutely.
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