You will be freer to do so than any of our friends, for they are likely to become involved in our fate, whatever that may be.

Marie, you will view our English friend as joint guardian with yourself over your sisters.

Consult him should difficulty or danger arise as if he were your brother, and be guided by his advice.

And now, girls, come with me to my room, I have much to say to you.
"I am glad my wife decided as she did, Harry," the marquis said, putting his hand on his shoulder when his wife and daughters left the room, "for I too shall feel comfort in knowing that you are watching over the girls.

Now leave us, for I have much to arrange with Monsieur du Tillet." After a prolonged talk with M.du Tillet the marquis sent for Ernest.