If I started this evening on a journey, I should carry my umbrella, without fearing to insult Providence.

Who speaks to you of offending M.Larinski?
Not content with approving of the step I propose taking, he will thank me for it.

Why did he at first refuse to marry you?
Because you are rich, and he is poor.
The contract I wish to have drawn up will thoroughly set at ease his disinterestedness and his pride." "The question of money no longer exists for him," she eagerly replied; "it is my desire that it should not be started again.

And since you like comparisons, let us suppose that you invited one of your friends to take a turn in your garden.

Your espaliers are laden with fruit, and you know that your friend is an honest man, and that, besides, he does not care for pears.