"Would you believe that the police have written to us from Berlin, to find out whether our uncle left us a mummy, and when, and how long we kept him, and what we have done with him?
I answered, telling the truth, and adding that Colonel Fougas was in such a bad condition, and so damaged by mites, that we sold him for rags.

What object can the police have in troubling themselves about our affairs ?" Meiser heaved a heavy sigh.
"Let's talk about money!" said the lady.

"The president of the bank has been to see me.

The million you asked him for, for to-morrow, is ready; it will be delivered upon your signature.

It seems that they've had a deal of trouble to get the amount in specie.