I think it is the duty of every man to join in the defence against these wretches.

I know that no mercy will be shown by them, if they conquer us.

But you will not take Leigh with you, surely ?" Leigh uttered an exclamation.
"Leigh must choose for himself," Jean said quietly.

"He is not French, and would have no concern in the matter, beyond that of humanity, were it not that you are here; but at present our home is his.

Your life and his, also, are involved, if we are beaten.