Would you make a woman more than that ?" "Monsieur, you put questions I have no mind to answer; you suggest a discussion I have no inclination to pursue.

For you and me let it suffice that I account myself affronted by your words, your tone, and your manner.

You drive me to say these things; by your insistence you compel me to be harsh.

We will end this matter here and now, Monsieur, and I will ask you to understand that I never wish it reopened, else shall I be forced to seek protection at the hands of my father or my brother." "You may seek it now, Suzanne," quoth a voice from the thicket at her back, a voice which came to startle both of them though in different ways.

Before they had recovered from their surprise the Marquis de Bellecour stood before them.