Present me to George Cadoudal, the hero of Morbihan; he is a man in whom I can trust, and with whom I can deal.

What, you hesitate?
How do you suppose enterprises of this nature can be carried on?
If, from fear and distrust of each other, the man you would employ cannot meet the chief who directs him, there will be delay, confusion, panic, and you will all perish by the executioner.

And for me, Pierre Guillot, consider my position.

I am in some favour with the First Consul; I have a station of respectability,--a career lies before me.

Can you think that I will hazard these, with my head to boot, like a rash child?
Do you suppose that, in entering into this terrible contest, I would consent to treat only with subordinates?
Do not deceive yourself.