What, his son rebelled, he dared to brave him to his face, he threatened him! The old fellow jumped from his chair, and moved towards the young man as if he would strike him.
"Leave the room," he cried, in a voice choking with rage, "leave the room instantly! Retire to your apartments, and take care not to leave them without my orders.

To-morrow I will let you know my decision." Albert bowed respectfully, but without lowering his eyes and walked slowly to the door.

He had already opened it, when M.de Commarin experienced one of those revulsions of feeling, so frequent in violent natures.
"Albert," said he, "come here and listen to me." The young man turned back, much affected by this change.
"Do not go," continued the count, "until I have told you what I think.
You are worthy of being the heir of a great house, sir.

I may be angry with you; but I can never lose my esteem for you.

You are a noble man, Albert.