At times when Paul has been difficult, you have smoothed the way.

I would not speak against your country, I would not speak against anything which lies close to your heart, but let me tell you that when the day of purification comes, the day when God gives us leave to pour out the vials of vengeance, there will be no prouder, no more glorious people than ours.

Our triumph will be yours, Naida.

You yourself will help to cement the great alliance of these years." She shook her head.
"I am a woman," she said simply.

"Incidentally, I am a politician and something of an altruist, but when it comes to marriage, I am a woman.