As he turned away, he perceived Cristel at the other end of the room, and eagerly joined her.
"The only happy moments I have are my moments passed in your presence," he said.

"I shall trouble you no more for to-day.

Give me a little comfort to take back with me to my solitude.

I didn't notice that there were other persons present when I asked leave to kiss you.

May I hope that you forgive me ?" He held out his hand; it was not taken.