22/34 There is nothing to keep us apart. The reconciliation was a matter of a few seconds. I wish to express my gratitude to you, and, therefore, I ask you to accept my most cordial thanks." "It has always been a pleasure to me," said I very frigidly, "to place my services at the disposal of Madame Brandt." "Vauvenarde, Monsieur," he corrected with a smile. |