We must console ourselves by the reflection that we are all mortal.

Your uncle was _very_ fond of you, and I suppose you have not been forgotten in his last moments ?" "You may see for yourself," said Gustave, as he placed the package on the table.
The notary ran his eyes over the papers, and, as he perused them, his face exhibited by turns surprise and satisfaction.
"Permit me," said he, "to congratulate you, Monsieur Gustave; these documents are all in order and unassailable.

Heir of all his fortune! Do you know, sir, that you are more than a _millionaire_ ?" "We will speak of that another time," said Gustave, interrupting him rather sharply.

"I called on you to-day to ask a favor." "You have but to name it, sir." "You were the notary of Monsieur De Vlierbeck ?" "I was." "I heard from my uncle that Monsieur De Vlierbeck had become very poor.
I have reasons for desiring that his misfortunes may not be prolonged." "Sir," said the notary, "I presume that you intend to do him an act of kindness; and, in truth, it could not be bestowed on a worthier man, for I know the cause of his ruin and sufferings.

He was a victim of generosity and honor.