Chapter XXVI

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

acceptance without protest

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

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From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

a privileged class holding hereditary titles

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

propose a payment

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

fearless and daring

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

an armed thief who is (usually) a member of a band

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

possessive form of “chancellor” — the British cabinet minister responsible for finance

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

-ing form of “concoct” — make a concoction (of) by mixing

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

determine the number or amount of

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the appearance conveyed by a person's face

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

settled securely and unconditionally

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

a feeling of favorable regard

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

go or come after and bring or take back

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

showing or representing to advantage

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

to an exceedingly great extent or degree

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

a device that requires skill for proper use

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

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From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

inflected form of “learn” — gain knowledge or skills

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

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From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

engage in

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

A change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one.

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

a particular point in time

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

a discussion intended to produce an agreement

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

not any; not one

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

impressive in appearance

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

on one occasion

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

have the will and intention to carry out some action

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

by reasonable assumption

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

The daughter of a monarch; a female member of a royal family.

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the restoration of someone to a useful place in society

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

plural of “resource” — available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

from appearances alone

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

marked by practical hardheaded intelligence

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

relating to human society and its members

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

(sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

express in words

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading It was a flattering plan, and the chance of the moment seemed to have brought to his hand the instrument by which this seemingly impossible metamorphosis could be effected.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

a cunning or deceitful action or device

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading IRROMAR’S TRICK As Count Irromar went to fetch the Princess, he was concocting a scheme, daring as became his nature, but one which at a stroke should add immensely to his power and change his position from that of an outlaw, an almost brigand noble, to that of a recognized member of the aristocracy of the land.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading He had learnt from Rollmar, in no wise loath to tell him, that King Ludwig was waiting not far from his castle presumably to know the result of the Chancellor’s negotiation.

in the company of; together with

From this reading That being so, and with a shrewd idea of the old intriguer’s acquiescence, the rest was, to a man of his resources, easy.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading He would make a bold bid for the royal favour and countenance; once they were his, he could trust to his wealth, to his energy, his acquirements, and above all, his will, to give him social position and rehabilitation.