"Seek the major, lad." When the major entered the Chevalier stood up.

"Monsieur," he said, "pardon me for interrupting you, but is it true that to-morrow you sail for Quebec ?" "The weather permitting," answered Du Puys, vaguely wondering why the Chevalier wished to see him.

His shrewd glance traveled from the Chevalier to Victor, and he saw that they had been drinking.
"Thanks," said the Chevalier.

"You are recruiting ?" "Yes, Monsieur.

I have succeeded indifferently well." "Is there room in your company for another recruit ?" "You have a friend who wishes to seek his fortune ?" smiling grimly.
"I am speaking for myself.