Swear to me that if he provokes you, you will ignore his insults." "But I should be considered a coward, Monsieur!" "Probably.

Will you swear ?" Maurice hesitated, but an imploring look from Marie-Anne decided him.
"I swear!" he said, gravely.
"As far as Chanlouineau is concerned, it would be better not to let him know of our agreement--but I will take care of this matter." M.Lacheneur paused and reflected for a moment, as if striving to discover if he had forgotten anything.
"Nothing remains, Maurice," he resumed, "but to give you a last and very important piece of advice.

Do you know my son ?" "Certainly; we were formerly the best of comrades during our vacations." "Very well.

When you know my secret--for I shall confide it to you without reserve--beware of Jean." "What, sir ?" "Beware of Jean.

I repeat it." And he blushed deeply, as he added: "Ah! it is a painful avowal for a father; but I have no confidence in my own son.