Wednesday, February 16:
In the morning went by sleigh into town with Loldi. Made purchases for Loldi’s birthday. After lunch the lawyer—he is to write to Florence. The advocate is of the opinion that matters have now gone so far that the whole thing could in fact be settled today or tomorrow. R.’s great annoyance. I hold my peace; as long as R. remains in good health and preserves the will to work, and the children flourish, I will gladly atone and offer my person to the world as a sacrifice! — Our mood of despondency is not lightened by outside events. “In the annals of the world one can only rejoice over those who are vanquished.” — The French newspapers are rejoicing over the downfall of Prince Hohenlohe, which can lead to great conflict.