There have, as you know, been troubles in that part of France.

We endeavoured to escape, but she was separated from her husband--who has, I greatly fear, been killed--and we, of course, are both anxious to rejoin our family in England." "How long have you been in France, monsieur?
You speak the language well." "We have been over here nearly three years." "Well, I do not think that there is any risk; unless, of course, you are caught in the act of trying to make your escape.

But I think that it would be as well that my friends should be prepared for your coming.

I know a man who is leaving for Paris tomorrow.

I will give him my letter, and ask him to deliver it personally, as soon as he gets there; then you can follow, twenty-four hours later.