“Yes.”
“And there was, of course, the understanding that some day, if he wished, he would be free to make a marriage of state in order to carry on the title.”
“Yes.”
“Well, the prince does not wish to marry again. If he consents, it is only because the king commands it, and he conceives it to be his duty to his country.”
“I can well believe it, madame,” said Selden.
“Eh bien, I went to Nice last night to stop it; after all, I have some pride, some rights. I will not be disregarded and cast aside like that!”
“I understand,” said Selden. “You are right. Do you need my help?”
She looked at him suddenly, with curious intentness.
“You are in earnest?”
“Absolutely.”