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La-bas

CHAPTER XIV
10/23

But they are cloistered orders which live in shelter from an infamous century.

Take, on the other hand, the order of Saint Dominic, which exists for the fashionable world.

That is the order which produces jewelled dudes like Monsabre and Didon.

Enough said." "They are the hussars of religion, the jaunty lancers, the spick and span and primped-up Zouaves, while the good Capuchins are the humble poilus of the soul," said Durtal.
"If only they loved bells," sighed Carhaix, shaking his head.

"Well, pass the Coulommiers," he said to his wife, who was taking up the salad bowl and the plates.
In silence they ate this Brie-type cheese.


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