It was I who was the cause of it all.

Doubtless, in this last hour, a word from me would be a great consolation to her.

I will accompany you, sir." Noel started at this unexpected proposal.
"O sir!" said he hastily, "spare yourself, pray, a heart-rending sight.
Your going would be useless.

Madame Gerdy exists probably still; but her mind is dead.

Her brain was unable to resist so violent a shock.