I do not reproach her with anything--God is my witness! only it is not my intention or wish that you should frequent her place of residence.

I beg you once more, my dear Raoul, to understand that." It was plain the limpid eyes of Raoul were troubled at this speech.
"Now, my friend," said the comte, with his soft smile, and in his customary tone, "let us talk of other matters.

You are returning, perhaps, to your duty ?" "No, monsieur, I have no duty for to-day, except the pleasure of remaining with you.

The prince kindly appointed me no other: which was so much in accord with my wish." "Is the king well ?" "Perfectly." "And monsieur le prince also ?" "As usual, monsieur." The comte forgot to inquire after Mazarin; that was an old habit.
"Well, Raoul, since you are entirely mine, I will give up my whole day to you.

Embrace me--again, again! You are at home, vicomte! Ah, there is our old Grimaud! Come in, Grimaud: monsieur le vicomte is desirous of embracing you likewise." The good old man did not require to be twice told; he rushed in with open arms, Raoul meeting him halfway.
"Now, if you please, we will go into the garden, Raoul.