He knew me, and I think I have put his mind at rest a little as to how he came here.

I have told him it was an accident in the street, and that we brought him in here, and he has been too ill since to be moved.

I don't think he will ask any more questions.

If I were you I would, while nursing, resume the dress you came here in.

It will be less puzzling to him than the one you are wearing now." The little party started the next morning at day-light, and at the very first village they came to, found how strict was the watch upon persons leaving Paris, and had reason to congratulate themselves upon the possession of Robespierre's safe-conduct.