"But how does he mean to arrive at certainty?" asked Father Murray.
"That will be our task."
"And in the meantime?"
"She is safe."
"And if we seek the Department of State?"
"It will be the word of the minister from a friendly power against yours—and they will not find the lady."
"You would not—"
"They will not find the lady."
"Then," Mark spoke fiercely. "You have not kept your word."
"We have. She is safe, and shall be safe. Patience, if you please, and all will be well."