If he chose to retire into another land, his son might be placed in possession of all his cities, estates, and dignities, and himself indemnified in Germany; with a million of money over and above as a gratuity.

The imperial envoy, Count Schwartzenburg, pledged his personal honor and reputation that every promise which might be made to the Prince should be most sacredly fulfilled.
It was all in vain.

The indirect applications of the imperial commissioners made to his servants and his nearest relations were entirely unsuccessful.

The Prince was not to be drawn into a negotiation in his own name or for his own benefit.

If the estates were satisfied, he was satisfied.