Besides, such was at this time the general depravity of manners, that numbers would keep the guilty in countenance.

There was no crime which the mask of patriotism could not cover.

"There is one comfort we have in our misfortunes, which these men can never have," said the old man; "when their downfall comes, and come it will most certainly, they will not feel as we do, INNOCENT.

Victoire, look up! and do not give way to despair--all will yet be well." "At all events, you have done what is right--so do not reproach yourself," said Basile.

"Everybody--I mean everybody who is good for anything--must respect, admire, and love you, Victoire.".