Since then they have confessed all; but it is our wish to know the one who showed you that consideration, in order that we may recommend him to the First Consul's clemency." "What!" exclaimed the lady, "have they really confessed ?" "Yes, madame, but they will not say which of their number helped you, fearing, no doubt, to contradict your testimony, and thus cause you embarrassment." "What is it you request of me, sir ?" "That you will save the gentleman who assisted you." "Oh! willingly," said the lady, rising; "what am I to do ?" "Answer a question which I shall ask you." "I am ready, sir." "Wait here a moment.

You will be sent for presently." The judge went back into the courtroom.

A gendarme was placed at each door to prevent any one from approaching the lady.

The judge resumed his seat.
"Gentlemen," said he, "the session is reopened." General excitement prevailed.

The ushers called for silence, and silence was restored.
"Bring in the witness," said the judge.
An usher opened the door of the council-chamber, and the lady, still veiled, was brought into court.