"I have scarcely been out of the saddle--I have scarcely had an hour of sleep since the bloody day of La Rothiere.

I must have rest.

Let none disturb me for two hours.

Hold the messenger from the Duke of Vicenza.
I will give an answer then." The Emperor drooped, as he spoke, much of the animation went out of his face and figure.

He looked grayer than ever, heavier than ever, older than ever.
"In two hours awaken me," he said.
He stepped toward the door that led to the room reserved for himself, but before he reached it two officers were admitted.