You will be the envy of the division, on one of those horses." Karl returned an hour later with a message from the countess, saying that she could not disturb her husband, who was then resting, but that she understood Mr.Drummond's difficulty, and they should be very glad to take care of the horse for him, until he wanted it.
"You did not see the countess, I suppose, Karl ?" "Yes, sir, I saw her.

She had me taken upstairs to her room.

She asked if I was your servant, and when I said yes, she told me that she hoped I would take great care of you.

I said that was my duty.
"'Nevertheless, do more than your duty,' she said.

'His life is a very precious one to us.
"'Is it not, Thirza ?' "The young lady nodded.
"'Here are five gold crowns for yourself,' she went on, handing me the money.