Where all are supposed to be equal, there is ever envy and jealousy against one who rises above the rest.

The multitude is fickle and easily led; and the first change of fortune, however slight, is seized upon by enemies as a cause of complaint, and the popular hero of today may be an exile tomorrow.

Like enough I shall see the inside of a Venetian prison some day." "Impossible, signor!" Francis exclaimed.

"The people would tear to pieces anyone who ventured to malign you." "Just at present, my lad; just at present.

But I know my countrymen.
They are not as light hearted and fickle as those of Genoa; but they are easily led, and will shout 'Abasso!' as easily as 'Viva!' Time will show.