D'Aguilar talked also, of the Spanish wars and policy, for in the first he had seen much service, and of the other he knew every turn.

It was easy to see that he was one of those who mixed with courts, and had the ear of ministers and majesty.

Margaret also, being keen-witted and anxious to learn of the great world that lay beyond Holborn and London town, asked questions, seeking to know, amongst other things, what were the true characters of Ferdinand, King of Aragon, and Isabella his wife, the famous queen.
"I will tell you in few words, Senora.

Ferdinand is the most ambitious man in Europe, false also if it serves his purpose.

He lives for self and gain--that money and power.