"Also, he is to be provided with suitable wearing apparel and made
comfortable in every way.
"Also, the members of his party, now in the hills (whose names are
unknown to me), are to be accorded every protection. Franz, the
driver, is to have his freedom if he desires it.
"And from this edict there is no recourse until its abatement by royal
decree.
"YETIVE."
"There," said the princess, affixing her signature "I think that will be
sufficient." Then she rang for a servant. "Send to Baron Dangloss and
ask him to come here at once."
Fifteen minutes later the chief of police stood in the presence of the
eager young interpreters of justice.
"I want you to witness my signature, Baron Dangloss," said the princess
after the greetings.
"Gladly," said the officer.
"Well, here is where I signed," said Yetive, handing him the paper. "I
don't have to write my name over again, do I?"
"Not at all," said the baron gallantly. And he boldly signed his name as
a witness.
"They wouldn't do that in the United States," murmured Beverly, who knew
something about red tape at Washington.
"It is a command to you, baron," said Yetive, handing him the document
with a rare smile. He read it through slowly. Then he bit his lip and
coughed. "What is the matter, baron?" asked Yetive, still smiling.
"A transitory emotion, your highness, that is all," said he; but his
hand trembled as he folded the paper.
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