you think? Shall I bring the young fellow?"

"You may very well bring him," she answered. There was a look of pain
about her mouth. "Doesn't one even train young poodles?"




Chapter IV.


Three days later, at the same hour of the afternoon, the student,
Fritz von Ehrenberg entered Niebeldingk's study.

"I have summoned you, dear friend, because I want to introduce you to
a charming young woman," Niebeldingk said, arising from his desk.

"Now?" Fritz asked, sharply taken aback.

"Why not?"

"Why, I'd have to get my--my afternoon coat first and fix myself up a
bit. What is the lady to think of me?"

"I'll take care of that. Furthermore, you probably know her, at least
by reputation."

He mentioned the name of her husband which was known far and wide in
their native province.