“Not all of it,” the Ambassador replied, “and I think Prince Sándor has gone out of his way to see that the King fulfils a great number of official duties from which he might have been excused.”
“Does His Majesty resent having a Regent to run the country for him?” Zosina asked.
“That is a question I cannot answer, Your Royal Highness. Knowing Prince Sándor as I do, I cannot imagine anybody resenting his authority, but one never knows with young people. I expect, however, His Majesty will be very glad to be free of all restrictions except those of Parliament when he comes of age.”
“He might find a – wife restricting too.”
The Count smiled.
“That is something, Princess, I feel you would never be to any man.”
Zosina put the miniature down on the diplomatic box.
“I thank Your Excellency
