"I guessed that was about the size of it."
"I was never more relieved in my life."
"Even though it was only me."
"Yes, even though it was only you." This with a smile, however, which quite belied her indifferent tone.
"Well, it's all right now. As a matter of fact he has found it wise to leave in consequence of a hint I gave him yesterday."
"Tell me."
"Better let it wait a while." There was nothing to be gained by telling her the truth. "I came to see if there is any news."
"There is, unfortunately. I've received an order from the police to report myself to-morrow."
"The deuce you have! I wonder what that means. Who signed it?"
"Baron von Gratzen."