"I give you my word so far," said Gaston.
"'Tis well, monsieur, enter; you are expected."
And he led Gaston to a well-furnished room, where a numerous company was already assembled.
"I have the honor to present to you M. le Chevalier Gaston de Chanlay," said the governor. Then naming, in turn, each of the persons assembled—
"M. le Duc de Richelieu."
"M. le Comte de Laval."
"M. le Chevalier Dumesnil."
"M. de Malezieux."
"Ah," said Gaston, smiling, "all the Cellamare conspiracy."
"Except M. and Madame de Maine, and the Prince of Cellamare," said the Abbe Brigaud, bowing.