"He agrees to live in this house, and that quite gracefully.

There, child, this is the happiest moment I've had since your engagement.

I admit that I regret nothing." Then, resuming aloud: "We will leave to-morrow for Cernay, where the marriage shall take place.

I shall have to order the workmen in here to get ready for your reception.

Besides the wedding will be more brilliant in the country.