"I have been much impressed with his poise and culture and intelligence. You met him in Washington, of course?"
"Yes—"
"You know positively that he was the Secretary of the Sardinian Minister?"
"Positively, Mr. President—"
"Thank you, my dear. I'll take your word for it."
Jennie walked home on air. She had made history. How tragic its sequel was destined to be, a kind Providence concealed.