But what does that matter?
It is enough that he shall be saved.

I will have it so!" His voice betrayed the intense passion and joy that was surging in his heart.
"My father has not been arrested," said Marie-Anne, coldly.
"Then," said Martial, with some hesitation, "then it is Jean who is a prisoner." "My brother is in safety.

If he survives his wounds he will escape all attempts at capture." From white the Marquis de Sairmeuse had turned as red as fire.

By Marie-Anne's manner he saw that she knew of the duel.

He made no attempt to deny it; but he tried to excuse himself.
"It was Jean who challenged me," said he; "I tried to avoid it.