I knew you would accept, and if all are willing I suggest that we go back now to the Inn of the Eagle." "A little trial of the sword in your room would not hurt," said de Galisonniere.
"That's a good suggestion," said Willet.

"A few turns will show whether your wrists and your arms and your back are all right.

You come with us, of course, Captain de Galisonniere." They went to their large room, Captain de Galisonniere procuring on the way two buttons for rapiers from Monsieur Berryer--it seemed that duels were not uncommon in Quebec--and Willet and Robert, taking off their coats and waistcoats, faced each other in the light of two large candles.

The young Frenchman watched them critically.

He had assisted at many affairs of honor in both Quebec and Montreal and he knew the build of a swordsman when he saw one.