What has been done--is it true that Monsieur has lost both his legs?
But one, perhaps?
For the man with one leg, it is to be said that he is more docile, which is to be desired.

But both legs--" "It is not true, Jeanne.

There has been surgery, but perhaps Mr.
Dunwody will not even be a cripple.

He may get well--it is still doubtful." "How then was it possible, Madame, for you to endure such sights?
But is it not true, how the _Bon Dieu_ punishes the wicked?
For myself, I was in terror--even though I was some distance away; and although that young gentleman, Monsieur Hector, was so good as to hold my hand.".