But you will decide, on reflection, that a man who has not conducted himself _too_ badly has a right to some consideration." The duke seemed greatly astonished.
"Consideration!" he exclaimed.

"This rascal has a right to some consideration! Well, this is one of the poorest of jokes.

What! I give him--that is to say--you give him a hundred thousand francs, and that will not content him! He is entitled to consideration! You, who are after the daughter, may give it to him if you like, but I shall do as I like!" "Very well; but, Monsieur, I would think twice, if I were in your place.
Lacheneur has surrendered Sairmeuse.

That is all very well; but how can you authenticate your claim to the property?
What would you do if, in case you imprudently irritated him, he should change his mind?
What would become of your right to the estate ?" M.Sairmeuse actually turned green.
"Zounds!" he exclaimed.

"I had not thought of that.