As for the scandal, it is not for myself that I care.

It will be a jolly adventure for me; and then, I shall have such a clever story to tell my friends at the clubs." She saw that I was offended.

"Forgive me, monsieur; I know that you would do no such thing.

But let me explain to you.

At the station we will be intercepted by two trusted and high officials at court." "What!" I exclaimed; "do they know ?" "No; but I shall write to them anonymously, the note to be placed in their hands immediately we leave the premises." I looked at the woman in wonder.
"But this is madness!" I cried.
"Directly you will see the method in the madness.