“What, monseigneur? I assure you that out there, encamped in the fields, and in the savannahs on the borders of the great lakes, I had plenty of time for reflection.”
“On this, that in making war out there, it was neither on the Indians nor on the English, but on us.”
“Ah, monseigneur, I do not deny that that is possible.”
“Therefore I do not admire so much these victories of M. de la Fayette and Washington. It is egotism, perhaps, but it is not egotism for myself alone.”
“Oh, monseigneur!”
“But do you know why I will still support you with all my power?”
“Whatever be the reason, I shall be truly grateful.”
“It is, because you are not one of those whose names have been blazoned forth. You have done your duty bravely, but you have not thrust yourself forward; you are not known in Paris.”
The young prince then kissed the queen’s hand, and bowing to Andrée, left the room.
Then the queen turned again to Philippe, saying, “Have you seen your father, sir?”