A false step might make him, too, one of the most dangerous.

Much precaution must be used then, especially till the 13th of February; since, we repeat it, on him, on his presence in Paris at that time, depend immense hopes and equally important interests.
"'Among other precautions, we have consented to his taking part in the American mission, for he unites with angelic sweetness of character a calm intrepidity and adventurous spirit which could only be satisfied by allowing him to engage in the perilous existence of the missionaries.
Luckily, his superiors at Charlestown have received the strictest orders not to endanger, on any account, so precious a life.

They are to send him to Paris, at least a month or two before February 13th."' Rodin's master again interrupted him, and said: "Read the letter from Charlestown, and see what it tells you in order to complete the information upon this point also." When he had read the letter, Rodin went on: "Gabriel is expected every day from the Rocky Mountains, whither he had absolutely insisted on going alone upon a mission." "What imprudence!" "He has no doubt escaped all danger, as he himself announces his speedy return to Charlestown.

As soon as he arrives, which cannot (they write) be later than the middle of this month, he will be shipped off for France." "Add this to the note which concerns him," said Rodin's master.
"It is written," replied the secretary, a few moments later.
"Proceed, then," said his master.

Rodin continued "'NOTE, No.VI.