Everything is in readiness for our flight, and we can select any time we choose.

As soon as you feel able to swim we will go." "I shall never swim again," replied Faria.

"This arm is paralyzed; not for a time, but forever.

Lift it, and judge if I am mistaken." The young man raised the arm, which fell back by its own weight, perfectly inanimate and helpless.

A sigh escaped him.
"You are convinced now, Edmond, are you not ?" asked the abbe.