"I have made no promises that I have not fulfilled." "The promise between a man and a woman is an unspoken one," Immelan persisted.

"You have not been in Europe for five months.

All that time she has awaited you." "Something else has happened," Prince Shan said deliberately.
"Since your arrival in London ?" "Since my arrival in London, since I stepped out of my ship last night." Immelan was frankly incredulous.
"You mean Lady Maggie Trent ?" "Certainly! I have always felt that some day or other my thoughts would turn towards one of these strange, western women.

That time has come.
Lady Maggie possesses those charms which come from the brain, yet which appeal more deeply than any other to the subtle desires of the poet, the man of letters and the philosopher.

She is very wonderful, Immelan.