The Prince, however irritated, maintained his steadiness; assured the Regent that the negotiation had advanced too far to be abandoned, and repeated his assurance that the future Princess of Orange was to "live as a Catholic." In December, 1560, William made a visit to Dresden, where he was received by the Elector with great cordiality.

This visit was conclusive as to the marriage.

The appearance and accomplishments of the distinguished suitor made a profound impression upon the lady.

Her heart was carried by storm.
Finding, or fancying herself very desperately enamored of the proposed bridegroom, she soon manifested as much eagerness for the marriage as did her uncle, and expressed herself frequently with the violence which belonged to her character.

"What God had decreed," she said, "the Devil should not hinder." The Prince was said to have exhibited much diligence in his attention to the services of the Protestant Church during his visit at Dreaden.