'We were two rascals together when the world was not quite so serious as it is at present.

I believe that you are related to the Cardinal de Montmorency de Laval, who is also an old friend of mine.

I understand that you are about to offer your services to the Emperor ?' 'I have come from England for that purpose, sir.' 'And met with some little adventure immediately upon your arrival, as I understand.

I have heard the story of the worthy police agent, the two Jacobins, and the lonely hut.

Well, you have seen the danger to which the Emperor is exposed, and it may make you the more zealous in his service.