Do not make me bitterly regret having listened to a feeling stronger than anything else." "That is the second time you have said so, Raoul; it was quite unnecessary; you require my formal consent, and you have it.

We need talk no more on the subject, therefore.

Come and see my new plantations, Raoul." The young man knew very well, that, after the expression of his father's wish, no opportunity of discussion was left him.

He bowed his head, and followed his father into the garden.

Athos slowly pointed out to him the grafts, the cuttings, and the avenues he was planting.