Amedee, who knew, alas, why his father had reached such a pass, felt his heart moved with pity and shame.
"Are you suffering to-day ?" asked the young man.

"Would you prefer that we should dine together as usual?
I will send word to Maurice.

Nothing is easier." "No, my child, no!" replied M.Violette, in a hollow tone.

"Go and amuse yourself with your friends.

I know perfectly well that the life you lead with me is too monotonous.