But a foreign speculator has secured the palace, and is going to turn it into an hotel.

The Baron is still with us, and there have been more disagreements about money matters.

I don't like the Baron--and I don't find the attractions of my lady grow on me.

She was much nicer before the Baron joined us.

My lord is a punctual paymaster; it's a matter of honour with him; he hates parting with his money, but he does it because he has given his word.