My arm was so painful, however, that I felt that, at whatever risk, I must see a surgeon.
"I went first to an inn, where my appearance as a stranger, and without means of conveyance, excited the surprise of the landlord.
"'You are hurt, monsieur,' he said.
"'Yes; my horse fell under me and threw me heavily, and broke my arm.

Before I could recover myself, it had run away.

Fortunately a peasant who was going by bandaged my arm up, and I was able to walk on here.

Who is the best surgeon in the place ?' "He mentioned the name of the doctor, and said that he had the reputation of being very skilful and kind.

He offered to send for him but, being close by, I said that I would rather go to him.
"The man's face gave me confidence, as soon as I entered.