It was only despair, and the thought of losing her, that made him give vent to his feelings now.
"I see that I have been cruel and unjust to you," said Micheline.

"I deserve your reproaches, but I am not the only one to blame.

You, too, are at fault.

What I have just heard has upset me.

I am truly sorry to cause you so much pain; but it is too late.