I am afraid to leave you." "You have more to fear if you stay.

Well, I can't wait any longer.

Stay, then, and live; and learn from me how to love Jean Raynal." He levelled the pistol at himself.
Josephine threw herself on him with a cry, and seized his arm.

With the strength excitement lent her she got the better, and all but overpowered him.

But, as usual, the man's strength lasted longer, and with a sustained effort he threw her off; then, pale and panting, raised the pistol to take his life.