Lose no more precious time.

We can secure the glory of France.

I say we, because I have need of Bonaparte for that which he cannot achieve without me.

General, the eyes of Europe are upon you, glory awaits you, and I am eager to restore my people to happiness.
LOUIS.
Bonaparte turned to the young man, who stood erect, motionless and silent as a statue.
"Do you know the contents of this letter ?" he asked.
The young man bowed.

"Yes, citizen First Consul." "It was sealed, however." "It was sent unsealed under cover to the person who intrusted it to me.