But Prince Maiyo is here, and stands apart from any accredited institution, although he has the confidence of his Ambassador and can command the entire devotion of his own secret service.

I have not come to this conclusion hastily.

I have thought it out, step by step, and in my own mind I am now absolutely convinced that both these murders were inspired by Prince Maiyo." "Even if this were so," Penelope said, "what can I do?
Why have you sent for me?
The Prince and I are not on especially friendly terms.

It is only just lately that we have been decently civil to one another." The Ambassador looked at her with some surprise.
"My dear Penelope," he said, "I have seen you together the last three or four evenings.

The Prince looks at no one else while you are there.