By the by, I met Gouache this evening.

He is going out with a company of Zouaves to hunt the brigands, if there really are any." "I hope he will not come near us," answered Corona.

"I want to be all alone with you, Giovanni, for ever so long.

Would you not rather be alone for a little while ?" she asked, looking up suddenly with a timid smile.

"Should I bore you very much ?" It is unnecessary to record Giovanni's answer.