This is a great happiness to me," he said with simplicity.

He made no effort to hide either the tears which filled his eyes or the unsteadiness of his voice.

"I am very glad for the sake of Monsieur Chayne.

But I know him well.

We have been good friends for many a year, madame." "I know, Michel," she said.
"And I can say therefore with confidence I am very glad for your sake too.