'I think you imagine,' Sulkowski continued, 'that he is in love with Frances Kolowrath.'
'I should not mind that, because it would prove his good taste,' said Brühl apparently with indifference, although he was irritated.
'But he annoys the Countess Moszynski for whom I have the greatest regard.'
'Ah!' exclaimed Sulkowski laughing.
'The Countess could defend herself,' Brühl said.
'She could ask the Prince to punish the man, but the worst of it is that he slanders us all, without any exception.'
'What? Me also?' asked Sulkowski.
'I could prove it to you.'
'It would be too daring!' said Sulkowski. 'Take my word for it. I think that he ordered that medal to be struck--' said Brühl.
'It is only a suspicion, my dear Brühl.'