61/106 But that gentleman must not accuse the grandson of Colonel Chapron of cowardice.... For that I rely upon the relative of General Dorsenne and on the old soldier of Charette." As he spoke, Florent handed a letter to Julien, who asked: "From whom is this ?" "This," said Florent, "is a letter addressed to you, on this very table half an hour ago by Baron Hafner.... I have received my adversary's seconds. The Baron is one, Ardea the other." "Baron Hafner!" exclaimed Dorsenne. |