"But the letter from King Louis will convince King Charles that Hamilton is in Canada and will throw our jealous monarch off his guard.

Perhaps Hamilton will be safer than we suppose.

He speaks French like a Parisian, but, above all, he is cool, calm, and thoughtful in danger.

The London merchants will be far more dangerous than the king." "It does seem that we are guilty of treason to our country in thus helping France," she said.

Then laughingly, "But I'll go back to the palace at once and begin my task of wheedling the king." She paused for a moment, then continued hesitatingly, "Do you suppose it possible that George would doubt me afterwards ?" "Impossible," I answered, with emphasis that seemed to reassure her.
"I am doing it for him," she continued with a sigh.