'I know you, and I do not fight with men of your stamp.

Nor need this gentleman.' 'Undoubtedly,' I replied, bowing low, 'if he prefers to be caned in the streets.' That stung the Marquis.
'Have a care! have a care!' he cried hotly.

'You go too far, M.
Berault.' 'De Berault, if you please,' I objected, eyeing him sternly.

'My family has borne the DE as long as yours, M.de Pombal.' He could not deny that, and he answered, 'As you please;' at the same time restraining his friend by a gesture.

'But none the less,' he continued, 'take my advice.