Malfalconnet! Mal is evil, and falconnet--or is it falconnelle ?--is a cruel, greedy bird of prey.

So whoever encounters no evil from you, whoever escapes you unplucked, also enjoys a pleasant surprise.

As for not being plucked, I, at least, unfortunately have not experienced this.

But we will not cloud by too long waiting the good fortune of the gentleman outside who was born under such lucky stars.
What brings the Wolf in sheep's clothing to us ?" "One would almost suppose," replied the baron with a crafty smile, "that he was coming to-day on a useless errand, and meant to apply to your Majesty for the payment of his debts." Here the Emperor interrupted him with an angry gesture; but Malfalconnet went on soothingly: "However, there is nothing to be feared from lambs in sheep's clothing.

Just think, your Majesty, how warm they must be in their double dress! No; he comes from the musicians, and apparently brings an important message." "Admit him, then," the Emperor commanded.