Q. Was she alone?
A. At first, yes. Afterwards she was escorted by the Marchese Vassalla.
Q. Did you see her again?
A. No.
Q. When the Marchese saw you again, what time was it?
A. About a quarter-past nine: just after the boat started.
Q. Did he make any remark?
A. None, except that my sister could not find me in the crowd, and had to go ashore without saying good-bye.
Q. Was he agitated?
A. No; he was in his usual spirits.