"Our administration does not suit me, but it has pleased a majority of our people, else it would not be in power, and it is no Vehmgerichte, The law of self preservation obtains in this country as with all nations, even in Europe.

But we have planned no confiscation of your property, nor threatened any forfeiture of your life." "No, you have only taken away that which is dearer than anything else, that which your government guarantees to every human being in this country--liberty!" "And even that unconstitutional point shall remain such no longer than I can help, Madam.

Do not make our journey longer by leaving it more difficult.

God knows, I am beset enough even as it is now.
But be sure our Vehmgerichte, as you are pleased to call it, shall never, at least while I am its agent, condemn you to any situation unsuited to a gentlewoman.

A very high compliment has been paid you in holding you dangerous because of your personal charm.