"Then I shall retire more satisfied."
"Upon my soul," said the King, "I believe that of all my family you are the only one who really loves me."
"Is this indeed your opinion, sire?"
"On the word of a gentleman."
"Then commend me to Monsieur de Nancey as a man your deep anger may not allow to live a month. By this means you will have me many years to love you."
"Monsieur de Nancey!" cried Charles.
The captain of the guards entered.
"I commit into your hands the most guilty man of my kingdom. You will answer for him with your life."
Henry assumed an air of consternation, and followed Monsieur de Nancey.