10/22 The King of Bosnia sued for it, but his proposal was declined.' 'Why ?' 'Because my nephew was considered to be a more suitable match for her.' 'Not because the personal character of his Majesty of Bosnia is scarcely of the brightest ?' 'No. Unfortunately it is usually impossible to consider questions of personal character when a royal match is concerned.' 'Then, if for any reason the marriage of Princess Anna with your nephew was frustrated, the King of Bosnia would have a fair chance in that quarter ?' 'He would. The political aspect of things would be perfectly satisfactory.' 'Thanks!' said Racksole. 'I will wager another hundred thousand dollars that someone in Bosnia--I don't accuse the King himself--is at the bottom of this business. |