Perhaps some plan may be adopted which will avert the necessity of sacrificing the life of a brave roan in so cruel a mode." "I shall not affect to play the hero, Monsieur le Capitaine.

If any proper mode of relieving me, in my present crisis, can be discovered, my gratitude will be in proportion to the service rendered." "This is talking sensibly, and to the purpose; I make no doubt, when we come to right understanding, everything will be amicably arranged between us.

Griffin, do me the favor to help yourself to a glass of wine and water, which you will find refreshing this warm day.

Monsieur Yvard will join us; the wine coming from Capri, and being far from bad; though some do prefer the Lachrymae Christi that grows about the foot of Vesuvius, I believe." Griffin did as desired, though his own countenance was far from expressing all the satisfaction that was obvious in the face of Cuffe.
Raoul declined the offer; waiting for the forthcoming explanation with an interest he did not affect to conceal.

Cuffe seemed disappointed and reluctant to proceed; but, finding his two companions silent, he was obliged to make his proposal.
"_Qui, Monsieur_" he added, "England is powerful to resent, but ready to forgive.