I want to return to France.

The post of rural guard in some pleasant neighbourhood which I could mention, would just suit me." "Very well, I'll see about it," Rougon replied.

"Have you got the eight hundred francs ?" Macquart resumed his counting.

The last coins were just clinking when a burst of laughter made them turn their heads.

Aunt Dide was standing up in front of the bed, with her bodice unfastened, her white hair hanging loose, and her face stained with red blotches.