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AD MAJOREM THEODOSIS GLORIAM.
At half-past four o'clock Theodose was at his post.

He had put on his vacant, half-servile manner and soft voice, and he drew Thuillier at once into the garden.
"My friend," he said, "I don't doubt your triumph, but I feel the necessity of again warning you to be absolutely silent.

If you are questioned about anything, especially about Celeste, make evasive answers which will keep your questioners in suspense.

You must have learned how to do that in a government office." "I understand!" said Thuillier.