"Indeed, in that you are quite mistaken! I know Anna would never be offended by anything I could do.

She was very fond of me, and so am I of her.

But in any case I am willing to risk it.

You see"-- her voice broke, quivered--"I am really very unhappy about Anna--" "When would you like to go to the Commissioner of Police ?" asked the Count.
"Is there any reason why we should not go now ?" "No.

Let us go at once.