7/24 It was like a room with an open door. The sentinel stood by the green gate, looking very red and cold, but he had a pleasant word for the Doctor and his wealthy kinsman. 'H'm,' he said, 'I hope the cellar arch has stood. If it has, my good brother, I will give you a good price for the wines.' 'We shall start digging to-morrow,' said the sentry. 'There is no more fear of snow.' 'My friend,' returned Casimir sententiously, 'you had better wait till you get paid.' The Doctor winced, and began dragging his offensive brother-in-law towards Tentaillon's. |