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The English have not understood and cannot understand the

self-abnegation of our Emperor who wants nothing for himself, but

only desires the good of mankind. And what have they promised?

Nothing! And what little they have promised they will not

perform! Prussia has always declared that Buonaparte is

invincible, and that all Europe is powerless before him.... And I

don't believe a word that Hardenburg says, or Haugwitz either.

This famous Prussian neutrality is just a trap. I have faith only

in God and the lofty destiny of our adored monarch. He will save

Europe!"

She suddenly paused, smiling at her own impetuosity.

"I think," said the prince with a smile, "that if you had been

sent instead of our dear Wintzingerode you would have captured

the King of Prussia's consent by assault. You are so eloquent.

Will you give me a cup of tea?"