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I must and will be empress , that I may have the power to reward you all , and to raise you , my Alexis , to me ! '' And drawing the handsome Alexis up to herself , she gave him her hand to kiss . `` I now go to make all necessary preparations , '' said Lestocq . `` At midnight I will come for you . Be ready at that time , Elizabeth ! '' `` I will then be ready ! '' said Princess Elizabeth , nodding a farewell to Lestocq .