The ambassador was busy writing at his table.
Pailleton, who was breathing heavily, said nothing.

Presently an officer in French uniform entered.
"Monsieur le Colonel," the ambassador said, stretching out his hand towards Pailleton, "you will accept the charge of this man, whom you will consider under arrest.

I take the full responsibility for this proceeding.

You will conduct him to your rooms here and you will search him.

Any document found in his possession you will bring to me.