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 Rh Michael replied: "They will be ready in good time,"

"That is well," the nobleman answered.

His measure having been taken, the noble customer proceeded to put on his fur coat, which he buttoned up, and then he moved toward the door. Not remembering the size of the doorway, he neglected to stoop, and coming in contact with the top of it he struck his head with great force, which caused him to swear roundly. Rubbing his head vigorously, he entered the carriage and took his departure.

After he had gone Simeon turned to the others and remarked: "Well, he was a hard case, wasn't he? I believe you could not kill him even with a hammer, for he nearly carried away the top of the doorway on his head, and yet he did not seem to mind it."

"Yes," replied Matreona; "but that is from high living. See how round and smooth he is! He is so hardened that even death will not overcome him."