That would disappoint me terribly." "Monsieur de Saumaise, I have seen for some months that you have been nourishing a secret antipathy to me.

Be frank enough to explain why our admiration is not mutual." The vicomte seated himself on a bench, and threw his scabbard across his knees.
"Since you have put the question frankly I will answer frankly.

For some time I have distrusted you.

What was to be your gain in joining the conspiracy ?" "And yours ?" quietly.

"I think we both overlooked that part of the contract.