"You know his character, don't you?"
"He is a young Spanish millionaire."
"A what?"
"A young Spanish millionaire."
"Hello, has he played you?"
"Played me?" repeated the baron.
"That is what I said."
"But I do not understand you."
"That man is the biggest fraud and pretense in New York—one of the most dangerous men to have any dealings with in the United States. If you have met him take my advice and do not keep up the acquaintance. When that man makes your acquaintance he has a design every time."
The baron glared and turned pale—very pale—and finally asked: