“That is well. We may have to avail ourselves of his services presently.”
“True. I did not think of that. You mean to ascertain where they have gone?”
“I mean, to have them followed. I know where they have gone.”
“You know!” The Count could not conceal his surprise.
“Is it so very difficult to tell? Surely you do not think this man has taken Maximilian away on some country excursion? There is only one place to which he would be likely to lead him. You said yourself that there had been talk of an inquiry into the condition of the people. Of course they have set out to make that inquiry. You will find them in Mannhausen.”
Von Sigismark started to his feet.
“Of course! Pardon me, Madam, but, with your permission, I will go at once and telegraph to have the trains met and examined.”
Hermengarde shook her head.
“I am not sure that will be the wisest course. This affair must not be allowed to get abroad. We cannot afford to run any risks. It will be far better for Herr Moritz to go himself to Mannhausen, and put detectives on the track of this man Mark. He is sure to be known to the police, and by watching his usual haunts, they are certain to find him sooner or later; and then it will be an easy task to find the King.”
“And when we have found him?”