Then taking the hand of the young man, he said to him: "I did not know you before, Geronimo.

I hope it may be in my power to prove to you how much your generosity ennobles you and elevates you in my esteem; but although your confidence in the amulet rests on so laudable a sentiment, I would not rely too much upon it.

You know the proverb says: 'Help yourself, and Heaven will help you.'" "Do not suppose, Mr.Van de Werve, that on that account I would be guilty of any foolish imprudence.

I know that the eye and sword are good sentinels.

When I pass through the streets at night, I am always well accompanied, and my hand never leaves the hilt of my sword.