Nevertheless, for a moment they looked mutinous.
Their superior officer, however, set the example of graceful obedience.

He stood up and looked the Englishman straight in the face.

Then he spoke with a voice that trembled a little over the opening words, but after that proceeded smoothly and composedly enough.
"Monsieur, it is my honour to serve his Majesty without reservation, even when he chooses to put a slight upon his tried servants.
Unfold your scheme.

We will listen and lend you our best co-operation." "I thank you, monsieur.

Is that all ?" "No, sir; not quite all.