He informs his mistress of the fact." "'Dear Valerie,--Germain informs me of the arrival of your son's, our son's nurse.

She will call at your house during the day.

She is to be depended upon; a magnificent recompense ensures her discretion.

Do not, however, mention our plans to her; for she has been given to understand that you know nothing.

I wish to charge myself with the sole responsibility of the deed; it is more prudent.