He will give his parole that he will not attempt to escape on the way.

It is the custom for prisoners to be ransomed.

I will send to you from Montreal five golden louis for him." Langlade shook his head.
"Ten golden louis," said Father Drouillard.
"Nay, Father, it is no use," said the partisan.

"I cannot be tempted to exchange him for money." "Fifteen golden louis, Charles Langlade, though I may have to borrow from the funds of the Church to send them to you." "I respect your motive, Father, but 'tis impossible.

This is a prisoner of great value and I must use him as a pawn in the game of war.