'They say that Bandissin, who has already asked several times to be pensioned, will get his release at last. He needs rest. But the worst thing is, it seems that my father is going to be dismissed.'
'I do not believe it,' said Sulkowski, 'but as I was absent from Dresden for several months, I am not au courant of affairs just now.'
The Baroness looked at him.
'It is very easy to guess. The positions are required for others.'
'Better not talk of these things,' said the Countess 'I am afraid to say a word.'
The Count shrugged his shoulders.
'Vain fears,' he said, 'all that will soon be changed.'
A lackey rushed in.
'His Excellency the Grand Master of Ceremonies, Baron von Lowendhal and His Excellency General Bandissin,' he announced.
All looked at each other, the Countess grew pale.