The others, hearing loud and harsh words, drew near.

Jumonville came very close and regarded Robert with great intentness, evidently curious to see what he would do.

The youth stared at Boucher in amazement, but he exercised his utmost self-control.
"I know that you spoke to me, Monsieur Boucher," he said, "but as I do not see any relevancy in your remarks I will ask you to excuse me.

I came here merely for the air with Colonel de Courcelles." He turned away, expecting de Courcelles to resume the walk with him, but the figure of the Frenchman stiffened and he did not move.

All at once a wind of hostility seemed to be blowing.