"We shall be," said he. "I conjure you not to doubt it. The deception would be too cruel if you were to permit yourself to hope."
"Oh, my God!" said Geneviève, "pity our poor friend, who will remain alone in the world!"
Lorin then turned round toward Maurice, and Geneviève also could not refrain from glancing at him.
His eyes were fixed upon them both, and one hand was placed upon his heart.
"There is one way to save you," said Lorin.
"Are you sure?" said Geneviève, her eyes sparkling with joy.
"Oh, of that one I am sure," replied Lorin.
"Oh, if you can save me how I will bless you!"
"But this way—" replied the young man.