23/26 It is by Monsieur and the Queen- Mother; and _contra_ the Guises. We have all been in this matter; but the latter push and we are pushed, and the old crack will reopen. As it is, I cannot answer for much beyond the reach of my arm. Therefore, we take all with us except M.de Tignonville, who desires to be conducted to the Arsenal." She had begun to listen with averted eyes. But as he continued to speak surprise awoke in her, and something stronger than surprise--amazement, stupefaction. |