Sit down and meet them as if nothing were the matter.
And your sister! Madame, Madame,' I cried, almost harshly, 'compose yourself.

Remember that you have a part to play.' My appeal did something.

Madame stifled her sobs.

Mademoiselle drew a deep breath and sat down; and though she was still pale and still trembled, the worst was past.
And only just in time.

The door flew open with a crash.