But," she added, going toward the fire, "I think they are harnessing the horse, and you must be hungry.

Your driver has already primed himself with some toast and white wine.

I will not offer you the same kind of breakfast.

I will get you some coffee and cream." He bent his head in acquiescence, and she brought him the coffee herself, helping him to milk and toasted bread.

He drank rapidly the contents of the cup, nibbled at a slice of toast, and then, turning to his hostess, said, with a certain degree of embarrassment: "There is nothing left for me to do, Mademoiselle, but to express my most heartfelt thanks for your kind hospitality.