As for what I have done for you, why, it's nothing! I was coming this way, at any rate, and I've given you a lift; that's all." "You may make light of it, if you will," said I, "but I know you have continually run risks for me; and depend on it, I shall never forget you.

Adieu, my friend." "Farewell, then," said he, "and take my best wishes with you.

I hope you will now slip safely out of the country, but a good piece of it remains before you yet.

Nor are your feet in good condition for walking." "That has been provided for," said Antoine.

"As soon as we get to the waterside we shall find a boat awaiting us, which will carry us to Bordeaux." "But you are some way from the water.' "Yes, but I have a cart." We then parted, La Croissette kissing me on both cheeks with the utmost kindness; and I turned away with Antoine.