I only urge you, in defiance of public opinion, to become an actress, as the only sure road to independence, fame, and fortune.

And besides, there is no law preventing an actress marrying and being 'honorable,' as the world understands the word.

You have heard of more than one example of this." "Without mother, family, or protector, it would be an extraordinary thing for me to do! I can not fail to see that sooner or later I should be a lost girl." Camors remained silent.

"Why do you not answer ?" she asked.
"Heavens! Mademoiselle, because this is so delicate a subject, and our ideas are so different about it.

I can not change mine; I must leave you yours.