6/22 What has given me the pleasure of this visit ?" "I have come to remind you that it is the 15th of April." "Already! How time flies, it is extraordinary, I must see about buying a pair of summer trousers. Good heavens! I should never have thought of it but for you, Monsieur Benoit. What gratitude I owe you for this!" "You also owe me a hundred and sixty-two francs," replied Monsieur Benoit, "and it is time this little account was settled." "I am not in any absolute hurry--do not put yourself out, Monsieur Benoit. I will give you time." "But," said the landlord, "you have already put me off several times." "In that case let us come to a settlement, Monsieur Benoit, let us come to a settlement, it is all the same to me today as tomorrow. |