Frankly, when I left last night, or rather this morning, I didn't expect to see the Prince alive again--let alone conscious, and able to talk.

According to all the rules of the game, he ought to get over the shock to the system with perfect ease and certainty.

But I don't think he will.

I don't think he wants to.

And moreover, I think he is still under the influence of suicidal mania.