I am accepted, not only as a military, but also as a political power." Then, holding out his hand to Sir John, he added: "Have you anything to ask of me, sir ?" "The only thing I seek has been asked of you by my friend Roland." "And I answered, sir, that I shall be pleased to see you the husband of his sister.

If I were richer, or if you were less so, I would offer to dower her"-- Sir John made a motion--"but as I know your fortune will suffice for two," added Bonaparte, smiling, "or even more, I leave you the joy of giving not only happiness, but also wealth to the woman you love.

Bourrienne!" he called.
Bourrienne appeared.
"I have sent it, general," he said.
"Very good," replied the First Consul; "but that is not what I called you for." "I await your orders." "At whatever hour of the day or night Lord Tanlay presents himself, I shall be happy to receive him without delay; you hear me, my dear Bourrienne?
You hear me, my lord ?" Lord Tanlay bowed his thanks.
"And now," said Bonaparte, "I presume you are in a hurry to be off to the Chateau des Noires-Fontaines.

I won't detain you, but there is one condition I impose." "And that is, general ?" "If I need you for another mission--" "That is not a condition, citizen First Consul; it is a favor." Lord Tanlay bowed and withdrew.
Bourrienne prepared to follow him, but Bonaparte called him back.

"Is there a carriage below ?" he asked.
Bourrienne looked into the courtyard.