"It must be a mistake.

He wishes to see my aunt, or the count." "He asked for the Princess of Acireale," said the man.

"I could not be mistaken, Excellency." "He does not know who I am, or he would not ask for me by that name.
Does he look poor?
It must be for charity." "So, so, Excellency.

He had an old cloak, but his face is that of an honest man." "Give him ten francs," said Veronica, rising to get her pocket-book.
"And tell him that I am sorry that I cannot receive him." The servant took the note, and disappeared.

In three minutes he came back.
"He does not want money, Excellency," he said.