If he takes alarm in the night he will catch you fast enough on his good horses before you are at Trevi." "I am determined to act as I propose," said Nino, "because it is a thousand times more honourable, and because I am certain that the contessina would not have me act otherwise.

She will also see for herself that flight is best; for I am sure the count will make a scene of some kind when he comes home from meeting me.

If she knows she can escape to-night she will not suffer from what he has to say; but she will understand that without the prospect of freedom she would suffer very much." "Where did you learn to understand women, my boy ?" I asked.
"I do not understand women in general," he answered, "but I understand very well the only woman who exists for me personally.

I know that she is the soul of honour, and that at the same time she has enough common sense to perceive the circumstances of the situation." "But how will you make sure of not being overtaken ?" I objected, making a last feeble stand against his plan.
"That is simple enough.

My countryman from Subiaco knows every inch of these hills.