An hour later the whole of the joyous band were scattered about the fields at Fontenay-aux-Roses. When they returned home, very late at night, Colline, who during the day had discharged the duties of treasurer, stated that they had omitted to spend six francs, and placed this balance on the table. "What shall we do with it ?" asked Marcel. "Suppose we invest it in Government stock," said Schaunard..