“Did he know anything about your father?”
“No; on that point the Prince appears to have kept absolute secrecy.”
“It all seems to fit in. It will be interesting to see what he does next.”
“I have seen some one else who is most anxious to see you,” said Helga with a bright smile. “A most earnest admirer.”
“To see me?”
“Will be another American citizen, I think, but first wishes to go to Siberia with us.”
“That’s easy to guess, Helga. He is a good fellow. You mean Ivan?”
“Yes,” she nodded. “He used to be devoted to me alone.”
“Did you tell him?”
“About what?” This with an air of supreme innocence.