He turned to his daughter.
“He is a good Imperialist?”
“He is honorably loyal,” she replied.
“Loyal to his prince, you mean, or his party?”
“Surely to both. He could not be otherwise. He is a brave and true gentleman, my father.”
“Very well, I have no more questions to ask you. I shall now outline to you the duty I have prepared for you. You are ready to obey my will?”
“In all things, honored parent.”
“That is well. I commend you for your filial words. First of all, I desire all possible information concerning the young heir of Mori.”
“But—” she faltered, “how is it possible for me—?”
“Your lover,” said her father, quickly, “is a Mori courtier. There is no doubt he will give you all the information I require.”