But he was not afraid, nor was he tempted for a moment by the promise of a glittering future that Alvarez held out to him.

He felt an immense indignation, but he was still master of himself, and he replied quietly.
"I could not leave my own people, nor would any of my comrades.

The air of Louisiana does not suit us.

We are accustomed to a colder climate.

We feel, too, that Kaintock can take care of herself.