He tried to speak once or twice, then began to shriek an imprecation at Fournel; but the constables clapped hands on his mouth, and dragged him out of the room and out of the house.
Fournel saw him safely out, then returned to Madelinette.

"Do not fear for the fellow.

A little gaol will do him good.

I will see to it that he gives no trouble, Madame," he said.

"You may trust me." "I do trust you, Monsieur," Madelinette answered quietly.