The alternative is your resignation from the Guards and your exile." Exile from Paris was death to the courtier; but the Chevalier was more than a courtier, he was a soldier.

"I refuse to tell you, Monseigneur.
It is unfair of you to ask me." "So be it.

For the sake of your father, the marquis,--and I have often wondered why you never assume your lawful title,--for the sake of your father, then, who is still remembered kindly by her Majesty, I shall not send you to the Bastille as was my original intention.

Your exile shall be in the sum of five years.

You are to remain in France.